Unsolved homicide plagues investigators six years later

Medford, Ore. — September 4, 2008 an Ashland man was killed inside him home that burned down.

Now six years later Jackson County Sheriff’s investigators are still trying to connect the dots.

“It’s an ongoing investigation. It’s a giant puzzle we’re trying. We’ve talked to hundreds if not dozens since we investigated,” said Woodrow Pollock, one of several Sheriff’s Investigators with the Cold Case Unit.

Pollock is trying to find out who killed 46-year-old Dave Lewis that day near Hyatt Lake.

“It’s unusual that we can’t get more people to comment of Dave Lewis’ death.”

Pollock said since Lewis’ death they’ve had no suspects, but they do know someone burned down his house and another cabin nearby minutes later.

“We’re still no closer to solving this case. One of the biggest problems in this case is forensic evidence.”

Forensics, Pollock said do not connect Lewis’ murder with one that was reported the same day. Transient Troy Carney shot to death in Central Point on the greenway.

“The bullet that killed Mr. Carney and the one that killed Mr. Lewis are similar but the forensics don’t match.”

But after six years, Lewis’ death is still a mystery, one Pollock said needs to be solved.

If you have a tip please contact the Jackson County Sheriff’s office at 541-774-8333.