December 27, 2025

OTTAWA — An autopsy has been ordered in the death of a 40-year-old Ottawa man.  Curtis Dean Brown was found dead at 929 N. Sycamore late Tuesday night, Ottawa Police Chief Dennis Butler said.  Although there was no sign of foul play in Brown‘s death, the coroner decided to order an autopsy to determine the cause of his death, Butler said.  His roommates at the home last saw him alive approximately 6 p.m. Tuesday.  One roommate reported Brown complained that he wasn’t feeling well, Butler said.  Anyone who may have information about the death is asked to contact Detective Sgt. A.J. Schmidt at 785-242-2561, ext. 412.

Wednesday, July 27, 3 p.m.

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