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Man found dead in his car in Leesville Lake

PITTSYLVANIA CO. (WSLS10) – A man is dead after his car was found in Leesville Lake in Pittsylvania County.

According to the Sherriff's office, crews pulled 92-year-old Onyx Shields from the water Friday afternoon.

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His car was found near the Bibee Road boat ramp. At this time there is no evidence of foul play.

The body will be sent to the medical examiners office for an official cause of death.


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