Newton Co. Sheriff Robert Burby has announced that the medical examiner has ruled that Cierra Westbrooks death was caused by a Methamphetamine overdose. Her death has been ruled accidental.
On Friday August 23, 2024, the Newton Co. Sheriff’s Office was called regarding an unresponsive female found near the roadway on County Road 4203 in Deweyville.
They found a female laying on the ground in the dirt in the driveway. She was identified as Cierra Westbrook, 33, of Deweyville.
Burby said in a statement. “On the scene it was not clear what caused the victim’s wounds and/or injuries to her body. At this point we can release that Westbrook was not struck by a vehicle though she was discovered close to the roadway. We worked the scene, conducted numerous interviews, talked to individuals who saw Westbrook in the hours prior to her being found. We spoke with witnesses, family members, and other individuals who had information to provide regarding Westbrook.
A post was later made on Facebook from other sources that stated Westbrook received blunt force trauma. This sends out a false narrative and severely distorts an investigation as well as causes additional stress on family members. It also hinders us in determining what occurred or who may be responsible.
The initial investigation on the scene did not point to the manner of death. That is why we rely on scientific examinations to assist in unattended death cases. These type cases are always handled as a homicide, and the investigation proceeds as such to ensure all steps are taken pending the final ruling by the Medical Examiner’s Office.”
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