Monday, August 10, 2009

Benzie County, MI: MSP Sergeant found dead


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Sgt. Melvin Paul Holbrook was found dead Monday morning in Homestead Township.

Monday, August 10, 2009 at 11:52 a.m.

BENZIE COUNTY -- A sergeant with the Michigan State Police was found dead in Benzie County early Monday.

Sergeant Melvin Paul Holbrook's body was found in Homestead Township.

According to a press release, shortly after 1 a.m., police were called to the scene for a report of an assault on Derby Lane, where a 53-year-old male was found dead. It was later confirmed that Holbrook was the victim.

It has also been confirmed that his wife has been arrested as a suspect and charged with open murder.

Holbrook was a 23-year State Police veteran at the Traverse City Post.

Few details are available at this time, but check back often to UpNorthLive.com and your TV7&4 Newscasts for the very latest.

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