April 29, 2024 – CBI – Salida, CO –The agencies investigating the Suzanne Morphew case are aware the autopsy report of Suzanne is now complete and determined her death to be “Homicide by undetermined means in the setting of butorphanol, azaperone, and medetomidine intoxication.”
“The Colorado Bureau of Investigation and our law enforcement partners understand and appreciate the public interest surrounding this case, said CBI Director Chris Schaefer. “The investigative team assembled to work this case continues to follow the evidence and only the evidence as we seek justice for Suzanne’s death.”
Suzanne’s remains were found near the town of Moffat in Saguache County. Saguache County is in the 12th Judicial District. The investigative team will continue to consult with Twelfth Judicial District Attorney Anne Kelly.
The autopsy report was shared with the Morphew family as soon as the coroner received it.
No further information can be shared at this time, as this remains an active investigation.
Morphew Tip Line Phone: 719-312-7530
Morphew Tip Line Email: cdps_suzannemorphew_
Editors: Copies of the autopsy report can be obtained by filing a public records request with Chaffee County Coroner Jeff Graf at jgraf@chaffeecounty.org