Autopsy Report Reveals Extent Of Debbie Collier’s Injuries Following Fiery Suicide

Debbie Collier, a Georgia mom, was reported to have committed suicide. Her autopsy revealed that she had burn marks covering 80% of her body.

The autopsy report Obtained by the New York PostCollier’s injuries were much more severe than previously believed, according to a new report. Collier was reported to have died at the age of 58. “inhalation of superheated gases, thermal injuries and a hydrocodone intoxication.” Collier took hydrocodone regularly after sustaining a back injury. This was prescribed by a doctor.

“Autopsy examination revealed thermal injuries of the external body surface and of the traceal mucosa (windpipe), no deposited soot in the airway, and no significant elevation of blood carboxyhemoglobin,” The autopsy added that “no other significant injuries were noted.”

“These findings may be due to a sudden, intense ‘flash’ fire, as well as the outdoor environment of the fire,” According to the Post, this report stated.

Georgia Bureau of Investigation stated that a melted gas bottle was found close to the fire site. However, there are still some strangeities surrounding Collier’s murder. Collier was found lying downhill from the origin of the fire, naked and holding on to the trunk of a small tree in her right hand.

Collier left her home that she shared with Steve on September 10th. Later that day she sent Amanda Bearden (36-year-old) a chilling text. “They are not going to let me go, love you.” Bearden also received $2,385 from Collier via Venmo

In late September, police Published Surveillance footage shows Collier entering Clayton’s Family Dollar Store on Saturday, September 10th. She was the only person in the video. According to the HCSO’s Criminal Investigations Division, (CID), Collier entered the store at 2:55 p.m. on September 10, and left at 3:09 p.m. Collier was calm and collected while there. “not in fear of anything,” According to the CID’s press release, Authorities claim she purchased a rainponcho, a refillable torch lighter and paper towels.

Collier was found in a ravine about 60 miles from her Athens home on September 11th, with severe burns and the remnants of an old tarp. reported. According to the Habersham County Sheriff’s Office, an investigator was sent. “observed a nude female laying on her back, grasping a small tree with her right hand,” About 30 feet away from the road. Collier also stated that he had been killed in an accident. “charring to her abdomen.”

Initially, the Georgia police suggested Collier’s murder. “personal and targeted,” But no suspects were ever identified and the suicide was later confirmed.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline offers a free, confidential hotline that can be accessed by anyone in distress or who needs help. You can reach it 24/7 by dialing 1-800-273-8255