Austin man found dead in ice shanty on Clear Lake

An ice fisherman has been found dead in his shanty on Clear Lake in Waseca.

Authorities say the death is believed to be accidental. Waseca County sheriff's officials say the 41-year-old Austin man was discovered by his father Thursday afternoon. KTOE says the victim has not yet been identified.

The Ramsey County Medical Examiner will do an autopsy.

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