Arlington Heights man, 78, dies from hypothermia

The Cook County medical examiner's office determined a 78-year-old Arlington Heights man died from hypothermia and exposure to cold.

Marvin Miller of the 800 block of East Thorntree Terrace was found outside his home early Thursday. Cardiovascular disease was a contributing cause of death, the office said. The death was ruled accidental.

Arlington Heights police received a report about an unconscious man about 5:45 a.m. Thursday. Police responded and requested medical assistance, a police spokesman said. Paramedics transported Miller to Northwest Community Hospital in Arlington Heights.