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Remains of man, dog found in burned dumpster at Heckscher Drive gas station

Bodies of man and dog found in burning dumpster 4100 block of Heckscher Drive

Jacksonville, Fl — A disturbing discovery following a dumpster fire at the Gate gas station on Heckscher Drive off the East Beltway.

Just after Midnight, firefighters discovered what appears to be the remains of a man and dog inside the dumpster.

JSO Homicide Detectives and the State Fire Marshal are conducting a death investigation.

At this time there appears to be no signs of foul play.

Anyone with information about this is urged to contact JSO at (904) 630-0500 or Crime Stoppers at 866-845-TIPS.

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Rich Jones

Rich Jones

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