Washington Fire Department Captain Arrested for Allegedly Murdering Wife: Sheriff's Office

On January 8, firefighters and Washougal police officers responded to the home of Kevin West and his wife, Marcelle "Marcy" West, after a report that she was having a seizure and had stopped breathing. Despite medical assistance, Marcy West was declared dead at the scene. However, what was initially thought to be a tragic incident took a dark turn when the medical examiner determined the manner of her death to be a homicide.

Arrest and Charges

On Friday, Kevin West, a 49-year-old fire department employee from Washington state, was arrested by the Clark County Sheriff's Office in connection to the murder of his wife. The arrest came after detectives found probable cause based on Kevin West's statements and evidence obtained through search warrants.

Investigation and Autopsy Findings

The investigation revealed that Marcy West's cause of death was asphyxiation with blunt force trauma to the neck. This troubling discovery was made after concerned individuals raised questions about the couple's relationship, prompting a criminal investigation and autopsy. Further examination indicated signs of trauma to Marcy West's neck, leading to the conclusion of homicide.

Legal Proceedings

As a result of the evidence presented during the investigation, Kevin West, who had served as a firefighter for the Camas-Washougal Fire Department for 22 years, was charged with his wife's murder. Despite being a respected battalion chief at the fire department, he is now facing serious allegations and has been placed in custody at the Clark County Jail without bond.

Ongoing Investigation

Sgt. Christopher Skidmore of the Clark County Sheriff's Office mentioned that there were indications of financial and relationship troubles that may have contributed to Marcy West's tragic demise. Nevertheless, the case remains open, and law enforcement officials are actively engaged in uncovering the full truth behind this distressing incident.