Body I.D.'d as Springfield man; FBI investigating

The body of a Springfield man found Sunday near Stockton Lake has been identified, according to the FBI.

Michael Scott Algiere, 26, of Springfield was found in the Crabtree Cove area of Stockton Lake, according to the FBI.

Algiere's body was discovered by two hikers. Algiere had been dead at least 48 hours, and the circumstances surrounding his death are considered suspicious, according to the FBI.

FBI spokeswoman Bridget Patton said an autopsy has been conducted, but no other information is being released.

The FBI is investigating the death because Algiere's body was found on land of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The Corps, the Cedar County sheriff's office, Missouri State Highway Patrol and Springfield police are also involved in the investigation.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is requested to contact the FBI in Springfield at 417-882-3303.