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SCSO investigating death in Smelterville

CHANSE WATSON | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 2 years, 10 months AGO
by CHANSE WATSON
Hagadone News Network | June 29, 2022 5:58 PM

The Shoshone County Sheriff's Office is actively investigating a death at a residence on N. St. James Ave. in Smelterville. One female individual has been taken into custody for her suspected involvement.

Sheriff Mike Gunderson tells the News-Press that more information will be released on Thursday, following the completion of the initial investigation.

Next of kin has been notified.

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