National City man found dead in remote Apple Valley

APPLE VALLEY, Calif.

Two off-road motorists tipped off sheriff's deputies to the body of Matthew Arwood shortly after 3 p.m.

Investigators believe he was shot at an unknown location before being taken to Turtle Mountain in the unincorporated area of Apple Valley.

Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Gary Hart or Sergeant John Gaffney at (909) 387-3589. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463).

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