Kevin West convicted of murdering wife
Former fire chief Kevin West was sentenced to 25 years in prison on February 27, 2026, in Clark County Superior Court for the first- and second-degree murder of his wife, Marcy West, after initially being reported as receiving a life sentence. As of February 27, 2026: West is serving a 25-year sentence for strangling his wife in 2024, contradicting his initial report of a medical emergency. West was found guilty by a jury on January 20, 2026, after deliberating for over two hours, with evidence including a love letter to another woman and his daughter's testimony against him. A medical examiner determined Marcy West's cause of death was asphyxia with blunt force trauma to the neck, ruling it a homicide.
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March 2026 — 1 developments
Kevin West, a fire captain, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder on March 23, 2024, in connection with his wife Marcy West's death.
Kevin West, a fire captain, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder on March 23, 2024, in connection with his wife Marcy West's death. Detectives believe he strangled her, contradicting his initial report of a medical emergency. His arraignment was scheduled for March 25, 2024.
February 2026 — 3 developments
Kevin West has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for the first-degree and second-degree murder of his wife, Marcy West.
Kevin West has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for the first-degree and second-degree murder of his wife, Marcy West. During the sentencing, West's daughter testified against him, accusing him of exploiting their trauma and bringing his mistress into their home shortly after her mother's death. Evidence presented at trial included a love letter to another woman and West's prior statements about divorce papers.
Former fire chief Kevin West has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for the murder of his wife, Marcy West.
Former fire chief Kevin West has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for the murder of his wife, Marcy West. This is a change from the previously reported life sentence. West was found guilty of first- and second-degree murder for killing his wife and attempting to stage the scene as a medical emergency.
Former Camas-Washougal fire chief Kevin West has been sentenced to life in prison for the 2024 murder of his wife, Marcy West.
Former Camas-Washougal fire chief Kevin West has been sentenced to life in prison for the 2024 murder of his wife, Marcy West. Prosecutors argued he strangled Marcy to death to pursue an affair, contradicting his initial 911 call claiming she was having a seizure. West's sentencing took place on February 27, 2026, in Clark County Superior Court.
January 2026 — 4 developments
Former fire chief Kevin West has been found guilty of murdering his wife, Marcy West.
Former fire chief Kevin West has been found guilty of murdering his wife, Marcy West. The jury delivered the guilty verdict after deliberating for over two hours. West is facing a life sentence, with sentencing scheduled for February 27, 2026.
Kevin West testified in his own defense, describing a deteriorating marriage and his plans to divorce Marcy.
Kevin West testified in his own defense, describing a deteriorating marriage and his plans to divorce Marcy. He stated that they had separated in 2015 due to intimacy and financial issues but reconciled.
A co-worker testified that Kevin West's demeanor at work had changed in the months leading up to his wife's death, describing him as 'detached.
A co-worker testified that Kevin West's demeanor at work had changed in the months leading up to his wife's death, describing him as 'detached.'
The trial for Kevin West began, with the jury hearing the 911 call made by West on the night of his wife's death.
The trial for Kevin West began, with the jury hearing the 911 call made by West on the night of his wife's death. Testimony from Kevin West's father and other family members also took place during the proceedings.
January 2024 — 3 developments
Evidence, including Marcy West's phone forensics, suggested her last search was for "mother of the bride" at 12:09 a.
Evidence, including Marcy West's phone forensics, suggested her last search was for "mother of the bride" at 12:09 a.m. on January 8, 2024. This detail, along with other evidence, was presented during the trial to build the prosecution's case.
A medical examiner determined Marcy West's cause of death was asphyxia with blunt force trauma to the neck, ruling her death a homicide.
A medical examiner determined Marcy West's cause of death was asphyxia with blunt force trauma to the neck, ruling her death a homicide. This finding contradicted Kevin West's initial account and shifted the investigation towards a potential murder.
Following Marcy West's death, several individuals contacted authorities with concerns about the coup…
Following Marcy West's death, several individuals contacted authorities with concerns about the couple's relationship and the nature of her death, prompting the Clark County Sheriff's Office to take over the investigation. Detectives interviewed Kevin West on January 23, 2024, where he maintained a story of a happy marriage with minor issues.