Minneapolis man found dead in Orono hot tub

A Minneapolis man has been found dead in the backyard hot tub of an Orono home he was visiting.

Hennepin County authorities say the 35-year-old was found unconscious in the hot tub Sunday about 7 a.m.

Emergency officials responded but were unable to resuscitate him. Paramedics pronounced him dead at the scene.

The sheriff's office is investigating.

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