Yakima police refer potential criminal charges against Yakima County Coroner Jim Curtice to Ellensburg Prosecutor's Office for conflict-free review.
Yakima police have requested the Ellensburg Prosecutor's Office to review potential criminal charges against Yakima County Coroner Jim Curtice, following his report of an alleged poisoning assault. An investigation found no supporting evidence for the claim. Due to a conflict of interest, Ellensburg will evaluate the case. The situation is further complicated by Curtice's PTSD struggles, which he has addressed through a peer support group for first responders.
September 17, 2024
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