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.
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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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