(L.A.) Theodore Schoenwetter, 78, Ended His Life

Case Number: 2000-02047

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 78-year-old Caucasian male that occurred at a residence.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Theodore Schoenwetter.

Manner of Death: Suicide

Cause of Death: Gunshot Wound of Head

RIP THEODORE SCHOENWETTER (May 12, 1921 – March 15, 2000)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Wednesday at 6:19 p.m.

A detailed report by the government investigator and medical examiner on this case may be purchased from L.A. County for 67 dollars. This includes field notes on the circumstances of the death.

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