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Investigation ongoing in suspicious death of Coeur d'Alene man

An investigation continues into the suspicious death of Thomas Schoolcraft, a member of the Coeur d’Alene Tribe of Idaho.

Schoolcraft was found dead on the reservation on May 18. His cousin, Joseph James, has been charged with criminal homicide under tribal law but he could face federal charges as well.

Authorities are awaiting the results of Schoolcraft's autopsy to help determine whether James will be charged in federal court.

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