Steptoe gun death said suicide

Whitman County Deputies responded to a report of shots fired in Steptoe at 9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 23. Upon arrival they discovered a deceased male who was identified as David Mitchell, 72, long-time resident of Steptoe, according to a report by Sheriff Brett J. Myers.

Mr. Mitchell had apparently died of a self-inflicted wound to the head.

The County Coroner also responded to the scene and is expected to issue a formal ruling this week.