On November 25, 1997, a body was located near the eastbound entrance ramp of I-64 at Dunbar.  The body was identified as that of Cecil E. Dowell, age 46, of Edmond in Fayette County, WV.  The investigation revealed that Dowell was reported as a missing person on November 5, 1997.  The autopsy showed that the time of death was near the November 5th date and was caused by injuries sustained as a result of being struck by a vehicle.  Further investigation found that the striking vehicle was definitely a Glacier Blue colored Chrysler vehicle and was a 1984, 1985, or 1988 model.  It is also believed that the vehicle could be a 1984 or 1985 Plymouth Voyager or Dodge Caravan due to vehicle parts located at the scene, however, the latter could be due to a previous accident.  It is the theory of the investigating officers that a person or persons unknown may have struck the subject not knowing that a person had been hit.  The West Virginia State Police wishes to close this investigation.

 

Anyone with information can provide anonymous information to the "Anonymous Tips" section of this website or can contact Senior Trooper S.P. Owens at the Winfield Detachment at 304-586-2000 or via fax at 304-586-0763.

 

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