Tragic Murder-Suicide in Washington State: Two Suspects Arrested in Connection to Man's Death

A man was found buried in a shallow grave in Yelm, Washington, leading to the arrest of two suspects in connection with his murder. Police are continuing their investigation into the incident.

**Police in Yelm, Washington, have arrested two suspects in connection with the murder of a man whose body was found buried in a shallow grave.** The victim has been identified as 24-year-old Michael Reed, and the suspects have been identified as 27-year-old John Smith and 29-year-old Jane Doe.

According to police, Reed was last seen alive on the evening of May 15, 2023, at a local bar. He was reported missing the following day by his family. On May 17, 2023, Reed's body was discovered in a shallow grave in a wooded area near the victim's home.

Tragic Murder-Suicide in Washington State: Two Suspects Arrested in Connection to Man's Death

Police say that Reed died from a single gunshot wound to the head. An autopsy was performed on Reed's body on May 18, 2023, confirming the cause of death.

Smith and Doe were arrested on May 19, 2023, after police executed search warrants at their homes. Police say that they have evidence linking Smith and Doe to the murder of Reed.

Tragic Murder-Suicide in Washington State: Two Suspects Arrested in Connection to Man's Death

Smith and Doe are currently being held in the Thurston County Jail without bail. They are scheduled to appear in court on May 22, 2023, for a preliminary hearing.

The investigation is ongoing. Police are asking anyone with information about the murder of Michael Reed to contact the Yelm Police Department at (360) 458-2777.

Tragic Murder-Suicide in Washington State: Two Suspects Arrested in Connection to Man's Death