Arrest Made in Fatal Highway 50 Incident that Shocked Placerville; Accused Declares Innocence
In a shocking turn of events, a homicide occurred on September 7, 2024, on Highway 50 in Placerville, California. According to reports, the incident took place near Snows Road in Camino.
At around 6:30 AM, officers from the California Highway Patrol responded to a disabled vehicle on US-50 eastbound. Upon arrival, they found a woman with a fatal gunshot wound inside a Chevrolet truck on the highway's shoulder. Tragically, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
The suspect in this case is identified as Scott Michael Boyles, a 38-year-old man from the Sacramento area. Boyles is described as a 6'1" white man with brown hair and brown eyes.
Boyles was charged with felony murder, discharging a firearm, concealment of a firearm in a vehicle, and was arraigned on September 10. During the arraignment, Boyles entered a Not Guilty plea.
The alleged homicide has raised concerns among locals. Some expressed surprise, while others commented that crime often follows freeways. For those interested in staying updated on future developments in the case, joining the Hangtown Herald newsletter is free.
As of now, no new information about the investigation or evidence in the case is available. The next step in the case will occur on October 14. It is crucial to remember that all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Our thoughts are with the victim's family and friends during this difficult time. We will continue to monitor this developing story and provide updates as more information becomes available.
