SALIDA — The autopsy report of Suzanne Morphew is complete and determined her death to be “Homicide by undetermined means in the setting of butorphanol, azaperone, and medetomidine intoxication,” according to a statement released by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

According to the National Institutes of Health Library of Medicine, butorphanol is a synthetic opioid painkiller, azaperone is a sedative used as a tranquilizer for pigs and elephants, and medetomidine is used by veterinarians to sedate and provide pain relief for dogs.

“The Colorado Bureau of Investigation and our law enforcement partners understand and appreciate the public interest surrounding this case,” said CBI Director Chris Schaefer. “The investigative team assembled to work this case continues to follow the evidence and only the evidence as we seek justice for Suzanne’s death.”

Last September, Morphew's remains were found near the town of Moffat in Saguache County while investigators were conducting an investigation unrelated to her death. She went missing in May 2020. Saguache County is in the 12th Judicial District. The investigative team will continue to consult with Twelfth Judicial District Attorney Anne Kelly.

The autopsy report was shared with the Morphew family as soon as the coroner received it.

No further information can be shared now, as this remains an active investigation.

Anyone with information can call the Morphew Tip Line at 719-312-7530 or email [email protected].