Foul play now suspected after man found dead in burning Jacksonville home

Officers suspect foul play in the death of a man who was found inside a burning Jacksonville hom.

Jacksonville Sheriff's Office said Michael Cook, 58 was found dead inside a home on Coach Park Drive on Wednesday.

Officials said he was found dead on the floor of a bathroom in the home.

At first, no foul play was suspected in Cook's death.

After the scene was processed and an autopsy was conducted, JSO said foul play was discovered.

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Cook's death is now being investigated as a homicide.

Police are seeking a man who forced open the door to Cook's home and tried to save him. That man is considered a witness, and not a person of interest in the case, JSO said.

Anyone with any information is asked to call JSO at (904) 630-0500 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS to remain anonymous and potentially be eligible for a reward of up to $3,000.

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