A significant development has emerged in a case that has gripped the Spokane community and been extensively covered by KREM 2 news. The 2016 death of a Spokane Valley woman, Brenda Thurman, initially ruled "accidental" by the Spokane County Medical Examiner, has taken a dramatic turn six years later.

The Tragic Incident of 2016

In January 2016, Brenda Thurman tragically lost her life. The official report, at the time, classified the shooting as “accidental.” Brenda's husband, Dwayne Thurman, a former Lincoln County reserve deputy, claimed the incident occurred while he was cleaning his wife’s gun.

Legal Proceedings and Family's Quest for Justice

In the ensuing legal battle, Dwayne Thurman faced charges of first-degree manslaughter. However, in a twist, the jury returned a special verdict, convicting him of second-degree manslaughter instead. Throughout this tumultuous period, Brenda's children, led by her daughter Gabby Corriette, have remained steadfast in their belief that their mother's death was not accidental.

A New Examination and Shift to "Homicide"

Fast forward to six years later, the case has taken a significant turn. The Medical Examiner has now reclassified Brenda Thurman's death as a "homicide." This pivotal change comes after the office requested the Washington Department of Health to amend her death certificate accordingly.