ASHEVILLE, NC (FOX Carolina) -
The death of an Asheville man whose body was found in his burning home last year has been ruled a homicide, according to police.
The fire happened Sept. 20, 2012 at 86 Logan Ave.
Firefighters said there was heavy smoke and flames coming from the home when they arrived. They said the body of 54-year-old Michael Willingham was found inside.
Lt. Dave Romick, of the Asheville Police Department, said an autopsy completed on Feb. 27 showed that Willingham suffered trauma to his face before the fire. He said an investigation also determined the fire was deliberately set.
Anyone with information about the fire or Willingham's death is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 828-255-5050.
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