WWSO notified of body found in Walla Walla County

WALLA WALLA—On July 6, at 4:11 p.m, Walla Walla Sheriff’s Office deputies were advised by dispatch that a citizen found human remains east of Walla Walla, in the county. WWSO detectives, deputies, and members of the Walla Walla Regional Taskforce responded to the scene to conduct a search of the area.

A body was located, and the Washington State Patrol Crime Lab responded to assist with further searching and evidence collection. The deceased was transported to Spokane for an autopsy which was concluded on July 7, 2022.

This is an ongoing investigation; more information will be released as Walla Walla Sheriff’s Office is able to obtain it.