Two Arrested After Body Found South of Fort Dodge

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(Fort Dodge, IA) -- Two men are under arrest as part of a homicide investigation in Webster County. Police say the victim was found dead Friday in a ditch near Highway 169 south of Fort Dodge and had suffered from gunshot wounds. Police then executed a search of a home in Fort Dodge and afterward took two suspects into custody.

Police have identified the victim as 55-year-old Dennis R. Jones of Fort Dodge.

According to Fort Dodge Police, 26‐year‐old Alec R. Jones of Fort Dodge was arrested and faces a charge of Murder in the First Degree (Class A Felony). 21‐year‐old Nathan T. Jones of Fort Dodge was also arrested and faces a charge of Aiding and Abetting Murder in the First Degree (Class A Felony).

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Fort Dodge Police. Information may also be submitted anonymously via Crime Stoppers.


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