Suspicious death ruled a homicide by Coroner, Casper Police

CASPER, Wyo. (Wyoming News Now) - New developments tonight concerning the suspicious death that took place on Tuesday evening in Casper.

On Tuesday... Just before 5 pm... Casper Police responded to a report of a possible deceased person in the 700 block of east 3rd street. When they got there, officers saw the body of a dead person inside the home.

The scene appeared suspicious to responding officers. They started an in-depth investigation.

Today, the Natrona County Coroner’s Office has ruled the death a homicide. They say the victim is 48-year-old Daniel R. Swope. Investigators believe the incident is isolated, and do not believe there is any ongoing threat to the public.

Police are asking anyone with possible information to contact the Casper Police Department. Their tip line can be reached at 307-920-2862. If you have information and want to remain anonymous, you can also provide a tip through Crime Stoppers.

We will continue to monitor the case and provide any new details as they are discovered.