Public Radio for Alaska's Bristol Bay

Platinum man's death being investigated as suicide

A Platinum man was found dead from what is believed to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Bethel troopers responded to a report Tuesday afternoon that the body of 46-year-old Steven Tugatuk, Sr. had been found inside his home in Platinum.

No foul play is indicated, and the investigation is ongoing. Troopers say it is unknown whether alcohol was a factor. 

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