Stephen Skaj Death News: Stephen Skaj and Ryan Rosty dead after murder-suicide in Casper

Stephen Skaj Obituary: On the evening of August 25, 2023, at approximately 5:15 p.m., the Natrona County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a shooting in the 4500 block of Boles Road.

Upon arrival, deputies found two unconscious individuals, each suffering from gunshot wounds. EMS personnel pronounced both people dead at the scene. Through initial reporting information and on-scene evidence, deputies determined the incident was isolated and that there was no threat to the public.

The Natrona County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim as 58-year-old Stephen Skaj of Casper and the suspect as 33-year-old Ryan Rosty of Casper. Next of kin have been notified.

Through their investigation, Natrona County Sheriff’s Investigators learned that there was a physical altercation between Rosty and Skaj. Following the physical altercation, Skaj began walking away from Rosty. At that point, Rosty shot Skaj before shooting himself.

The fight and shooting were witnessed, and the physical evidence on scene was consistent with the witness’s statement.

We send our deepest condolences to the family and friends impacted by this tragedy. The Natrona County Sheriff’s Office Victim Services Unit is providing support and assistance to the victim’s family.