Sheriff: Remains believed to be missing Olympia woman

OLYMPIA — The Thurston County Sheriff’s say detectives have found human remains believed to a 60-year-old Olympia woman reported missing this month.

The office said detectives believe they found the remains of Gail Doyle Saturday while searching a refuse site in a remote location in Washington. Tests are pending to confirm the identification.

Investigators said Doyle was last seen arguing with 66-year-old James Stidd at a tavern on June 2.

The Olympian newspaper says a Thurston County Superior Court judge on Friday ordered Stidd held on $2 million bail for investigation of second-degree murder and gun charges.

A warrant for his arrest was issued Wednesday after detectives found evidence at his home linking him to Doyle’s disappearance. He was arrested by state troopers Thursday near Ritzville.

Deputy Prosecutor Scott Jackson said Friday there is enough evidence to charge Stidd in Doyle’s death.