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Daniel Parks

Case from Davison, MI dated Apr 05, 2016

Victim Details

Name

Daniel Parks

Gender

Male

Race

White / Caucasian

City

Davison

State

MI

Date Of Death

2016-04-05

Age At Death

38

First Name

Daniel

Last Name

Parks

Last Updated

07/24/2026

Case Description

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In a quiet mobile home community in Davison, Michigan, a grim discovery brought a tragic end to the life of 31-year-old Daniel Parks. The white / caucasian male's body was found on April 5, 2016, concealed within a shed behind the residence of 68-year-old Michael Oliver Murphy. The investigation into Parks' death quickly unfolded into a shocking tale of violence that deeply disturbed the local community.

At the time of his death, Parks had been living with Murphy. The horrific nature of t ...

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MLive.com: Man faces murder, mutilation charges after body found in shed

Mother of man found in shed says son had big heart, thankful for ...

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