Hans Erik Hansen, 52, was found dead near his 2006 Honda Pilot along State Route 410 in Enumclaw, Washington, on October 31, 2024. The King County Medical Examiner ruled the death a homicide due to multiple gunshot wounds. The Washington State Patrol is leading the investigation.

Hansen had recently moved from Pennsylvania after a divorce and had reconnected with his girlfriend, Erica Gilson. He held a Ph.D. in law and criminal justice and was a former professor. His sons, Jack and Luke, traveled from Pennsylvania after learning of his death and have asked the public for help. Investigators have asked anyone with dash camera footage from State Route 410 between Enumclaw and Greenwater from October 28 to October 31, 2024, to come forward. Banners were placed at the scene and a $1,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest.

If anyone saw or heard anything related to Hansen’s movements or the area during those dates, please contact the Washington State Patrol with tips.