Houston man, 22, found dead in rural Louisiana town; investigators searching for info

Dustin Hammons

STARKS, La. – A 22-year-old Houston man was found dead in Starks, Louisiana, Wednesday.

Authorities are releasing his identity in hopes of learning more information about his death.

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Dustin Hammons' body was found by a parish worker near Highway 12 and Creek Road around 1:30 p.m.

His death was ruled a homicide.

Hammons' body showed signs of trauma, investigators said.

His cause of death is pending the coroner's investigation.

Anyone with information about Hammons is asked to contact the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office at 337-491-3605, or Crime Stoppers at 337-439-2222.

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