Authorities ID dead body found in motel

KSDK -- The Major Case Squad of Great St. Louis has identified a man found murdered inside a motel room in Fairmont City.

Investigators said 33-year-old Octavio Contreras of Rolla, Missouri died as a result of a gunshot wound. His body was found at the Royal Relax Inn around 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, October 18.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact the Fairmont City Police Department at 618-874-1751.