FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE


February 10, 2003

Death Investigation

RE: Case #03-0583

On February 8, 2003, at approx. 11:23 AM, JEFFCOM communications officers received a 911 call reporting a possible deceased individual at a residence on Somerville Road in Chimacum, Jefferson County, Washington.

Responding Sheriff's Deputies and aid personnel discovered 16-year-old Shane Luther deceased next to his vehicle. Subsequent investigation determined that Luther had attended a party in the area the night before at which alcohol was served.

An autopsy was performed on February 9, 2003. There was no evidence of trauma. Cause of death is pending toxicology results. The case is under investigation.

Anyone with information regarding Luther's death is asked to contact Detective Joe Nole at the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, 360-385-3831, extension 547.


Detective J. D. Nole


For More Information Contact:

Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
81 Elkins Road - Port Hadlock, WA
Tel: (360) 385-3831
FAX: (360) 379-0521
Internet: info@jeffersonsheriff.org


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