Body discovered in grass fire in south Thornton

A man's body was found in a grass fire in south Thornton on Sunday night, according to local police. Firefighters from Adams County Fire Rescue responded to a fire measuring about 20 feet by 20 feet near Sherman Street and Marigold Drive around 9:27 p.m. While putting out the fire, they discovered the body and called the police for further investigation. The body was severely burned, but officials reported no other obvious injuries. The Adams County Coroner’s Office will identify the man and determine the cause and manner of his death. Meanwhile, the Thornton Fire Department is investigating how the fire started. This situation is still developing, and updates are expected.