Charlene Howarth, 62, of Oroville, California, died on July 13, 2014. Her death was investigated as suspicious and an autopsy determined the cause was a gunshot wound. The Butte County Sheriff’s Office classified the death as a homicide and opened a criminal investigation.

Investigators described the case as challenging while they worked to develop evidence and leads. Very few additional details about the circumstances of the shooting have been released.

If anyone knew Charlene, saw anything in Oroville around July 13, 2014, or has information that could help the investigation, please contact the Butte County Sheriff’s Office.