Thurston County, WA – A homicide investigation is underway after deputies responded to a deadly shooting early Saturday in the Grand Mound area, according to the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities said deputies were dispatched at approximately 7:00 a.m. on September 14 to a residence on 201st Avenue SW following a 911 call reporting gunfire. Deputies provided immediate medical aid to the victim until West Thurston Fire personnel arrived and continued life-saving efforts. Despite their actions, the victim, described as a local resident in their mid-20s, died from their injuries.
According to the sheriff’s office, detectives remain in the early stages of the investigation and are actively gathering information. No suspect details are available at this time. The Thurston County Coroner’s Office will release the victim’s name once family notifications have been completed.
Investigators are asking anyone with information about the case to contact dispatch at 360-704-2740 or email the Sheriff’s Office Detectives Unit at detectives@co.thurston.wa.us.
Residents in the area expressed concern about safety, as the investigation continues with little information released publicly. Detectives emphasized that tips from the community could play a key role in advancing the case.
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