Everett man, 56, identified as Langus park homicide victim

Published 4:33 pm Thursday, September 3, 2020

EVERETT — A man killed along the Snohomish River was identified Thursday as James R. Scannell, 56, of Everett.

Scannell was shot to death around 3:15 p.m. Monday at Langus Riverfront Park. Police initially reported that witnesses saw a vehicle leaving the scene.

The man died of a gunshot wound, according to the Snohomish County Medical Examiner’s Office.

An autopsy confirmed the death was homicide.

Police declined to release any further details Thursday but said they were still investigating.

Tips can be directed to Everett police at 425-388-3845.