Detectives Investigating Suspicious Death after Human Remains Found near Ruch
The Jackson County Sheriff's Office is investigating a suspicious death after skeletal remains were discovered last weekend in the southern Applegate Valley.
Detectives and medical examiners responded to the location outside Jacksonville to investigate on Sunday.
Jackson County Public Information Officer Aaron Lewis said the rugged terrain and remote area required the Search & Rescue team to assist in recovering the remains. He said due to the ongoing investigation, the exact location will not be released at this time.
Investigators are working to identify the subject as well as the cause and manner of death. Due to the advanced stages of decomposition, state medical examiners will conduct additional testing.
The cause is under further investigation with detectives following additional leads.
No further information is available at this time.
Posted on 4/18/24 6:39AM by Sam Marsh
