Byron: Sheriffs Office Investigating Homicide of Danville Woman

Detectives from the Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff are continuing to investigate a homicide in Byron.

The victim has been identified as 37-year-old Emily Courchesne of Danville.

On Friday morning at about 10:05, Deputies were dispatched to a “Medical – PD” call at a residence on the 24000 block of Marsh Creek Road in Byron.

Deputies found Courchesne deceased inside the home. Detectives later determined it was a homicide. An autopsy is scheduled for Monday.

Anyone with any information on this case is asked to contact the Investigation Division at (925) 313-2600 or call the anonymous tip lines at (925) 313-1166 or (866) 846-3592. Tips can also be emailed to: [email protected].