The sheriff’s office says that its forensic team and the Oregon State Police Crime Lab have validated the original ruling of murder, not suicide.
On February 8 McEvers had been named as a suspect in his wife’s death. And investigators had planned to hand over their findings to prosecutors. However, with his death, the case is now closed.
This tragic event highlights the importance of thorough investigations in cases of suspicious deaths. And even if they occurred decades ago, they are still solvable.
Advances in forensic science and the re-examination of old evidence can sometimes shed new light on old cases. And leads to a better understanding of what reppened.
Violent acts can extend far beyond the immediate aftermath, affecting the lives of those left behind for decades to come. The death of Nancy McEvers nearly 40 years ago still haunts her family and friends. But at least now they know what happened.
