Results Of State Autopsy On Keith Scott Released

Justin Pryor,

UPDATE: Official autopsy and toxicology reports have been released by the NC Medical Examiner’s Office in the shooting death of Keith Scott.

The official reports also show that Scott suffered three gunshot wounds including one to the wrist, one to the abdomen, and another to his back left shoulder. Scott died as a result of the shots to his abdomen and back which caused several internal injuries, according to the findings.

According to toxicology reports, Scott also had traces of Nicotine, Nordiazepam, Diazepam, Amantadine, Gabapentin, and Promethazine in his system at the time of death.

Official Autopsy Report For Keith Scott

Official Toxicology Report For Keith Scott

CHARLOTTE, NC — Officials have released the results of a second autopsy conducted at the request of Keith Scott’s wife following the fatal shooting by a CMPD officer.

The autopsy performed at Newberry County Memorial Hospital on September 30th show two penetrating gunshot wounds to Scott and one perforating gunshot wound. Wounds were to Scott’s left back and left abdomen, and then his left wrist. Officials say the range of the gunshot wounds was indeterminate.Untitled

According to officials, Scott died from the two shots to the back and abdomen which caused multiple internal injuries to Scott’s body.

Read Full Breakdown Of Results Here:  Keith Scott Autopsy Results

Charles G. Monnett, an attorney for the Scott family, released a statement following the autopsy results.

“Keith Scott’s family was forced to conduct this independent autopsy because the medical examiner refused to release even the most basic information about his wounds or cause of his death. We believe the first shot fired was the shot that struck Keith in the back and ultimately killed him,” said Monett. “The Scott family authorized this release of information because, as they have maintained from the very beginning, they are simply seeking transparency. We will continue to pursue justice for this family.”