James Wright, a 46-year-old white man from Casper, Wyoming, was at a recreational shooting area west of town on a Thursday when he was found down by deputies from the Natrona County Sheriff’s Office. Officers were called to the range on Coal Mountain Road at 12:51 p.m., and Wright was declared dead at the scene. Investigators from the Sheriff’s Office and the Coroner’s Office examined the site and interviewed witnesses.

Based on physical evidence and follow-up interviews, officials concluded Wright died from an accidental, self-inflicted gunshot wound and stated they did not suspect foul play. His family was notified and no autopsy was scheduled; there were no arrests or criminal charges connected to the death.

If anyone was at the Coal Mountain Road range that midday or has information about Wright’s time there, please come forward.