Three Marines Die from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Modified Car

Autopsies reveal unconnected, rusted exhaust pipes on the vehicle, leading to fatal carbon monoxide exposure.

Three Marines from Camp Lejeune were found dead in a car in North Carolina in July due to carbon monoxide poisoning.
The car, a 2000 Lexus sedan, had unconnected and rusted exhaust pipes, causing exhaust fumes to be released under the passenger cabin.
The car had been modified in a way that caused multiple large defects in the exhaust system.
There were no signs of suicide, foul play, or drug use involved in the deaths.
The Marines were found after one of their mothers reported them missing.