M.E. Determines Chiropractor Killed Self

Autopsy Shows Woman Died From Prescription Drug Overdose

POSTED: Friday, February 10, 2006

Dr. Melinda Superville with husband, Dr. Thomas Superville, and son

HOUSTON -- A Houston chiropractor found dead in northwest Houston took her own life, according to an autopsy report released by the Harris County Medical Examiner's Office this week.

KPRC Local 2 reported on Thursday that the medical examiners determined Dr. Melinda Superville's cause of death was suicide due to toxic effects of acetaminophen, hydrocodone and diazepam.

Superville was reported missing on Dec. 2 and was found dead a week later inside a vacant home on Antoine near Hammerly, blocks from her home and office.

Investigators said the death was suspicious because a gun was found near her body, however, the gun was never fired.

Previous Stories:

December 12, 2005: Autopsy Results Not Yet Released On Chiropractor's Death
December 9, 2005: Body Of Missing Chiropractor Possibly Found Near Office
December 8, 2005: Candlelight Vigil To Be Held For Missing Chiropractor
December 6, 2005: Authorities Treating Doctor's Disappearance As Homicide
December 5, 2005: Police Search For Missing Doctor

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