Domestic dogs are suspected in the January death of 68-year-old Costilla County resident Cindy Denholm. The Costilla County Sheriff’s Office announced the results from an autopsy conducted by the El Paso County Coroner, who concluded Denholm died as a result of multiple injuries from an animal attack, consistent with a canine.
The Sheriff’s Office said in a Thursday Facebook post the Sangre de Cristo Ranches, where Denholm was found on Jan 23, has a history of domestic dogs running loose, “some of which have been feral.”
Swab samples on bite wounds were taken for further DNA analysis, but the El Paso County Coroner said evidence points toward domestic dogs. Colorado Parks and Wildlife found no evidence of other wildlife involvement.
“The Costilla County Sheriff’s Office has been in contact and working with CPW along with CBI regarding this investigation,” said Costilla County Sheriff Danny Sanchez. “Costilla County Sheriff’s Office is in contact with CBI regarding obtaining sampling of the dog’s DNA to compare with any injuries.”
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