UNBELIEVABLE: In a new development in the deaths of Andrew Porter and Ian Stasko, police have confirmed that a sharp metallic object was discovered embedded deep in Andrew Porter’s body during a detailed forensic examination.
At first, investigators feared it could be evidence of foul play — possibly a weapon. However, after careful testing, forensic experts determined that the object was a piece of metal consistent with hunting equipment, likely part of a broadhead or arrow tip used during the men’s elk hunting trip.
Officials believe the object may have been accidentally lodged during the lightning strike incident or while the two hunters were caught in the storm. The coroner clarified that the cause of death remains electrocution, but this new detail helps explain some of the unusual injuries found during the initial autopsy.
Authorities emphasized that there is no evidence of criminal involvement, and the discovery simply adds more context to an already tragic and rare accident in the Colorado mountains.
Both families have asked the public to respect their privacy as they continue to grieve the loss of two experienced outdoorsmen whose final trip ended in heartbreak.