Couple found dead in death Valley national Park

Case involves apparent murder/suicide

A elderly husband and wife from Las Vegas, Nevada, were found dead in Death Valley National Park on Jan. 13, according to law enforcement officials.

Paul Fischer, 73, called the Inyo County Sheriff’s Office to report that he had just killed his wife, Mary Fischer, 72. Mr. Fischer stated his intention to kill himself and told the 911 operator where to find them. Mr. Fischer left a note in their vehicle which explained that his wife was suffering from chronic health conditions.

The Inyo County Sheriff’s Office had reported the incident soon after the incident occurred. The ICSO at the time reported an apparent murder/suicide though details, including the names and circumstances, were withheld pending an investigation and notification of family.

Law enforcement officials from Inyo County Sheriff’s Office, Inyo County Coroner’s Office, National Park Service, California Highway Patrol and Bureau of Land Management responded to this incident.

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