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Doctor awaiting trial in Kent County found dead

Posted at 1:21 PM, Apr 27, 2018
and last updated 2018-04-28 16:13:15-04

Update from the Kent County Sheriff’s Office at 4:03 p.m. on Saturday:

Due to the media coverage, the Kent County Sheriff’s Office received a tip on the possible whereabouts of Dr. Scranton’s vehicle in Montcalm County. The Montcalm County Sheriff’s Office investigated the tip and located the vehicle in their jurisdiction. A short time later Dr. Scranton was located deceased a short distance from where the vehicle was located. No foul play is suspected at this time. 

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Kent County Sheriff is asking for help in finding a missing doctor who is awaiting trial and may be suicidal.

Investigators say that Dr. Steven Edward Scranton was last seen leaving his home in Cannon Township Thursday night with a rifle. He left his home in his vehicle, which is a gray, 2015 Dodge Ram Longhorn, 4-door, extended cab, with Michigan license plate DHM5056.

Scranton was charged in January with Criminal Sexual Conduct 2nd and 4th degree, involving some of his patients while at the West Brook Recovery Center.  He had his contract terminated at the center and also lost his medical license in February.  He had posted bond and was awaiting trial on the charges.

Scranton is 65 years old, 5’11”, 195 lbs., with glasses, white hair and hazel eyes.  He was last seen wearing a gray North Face jacket and jeans.

Police don’t believe that Scranton intends on hurting others.

Anyone with information should call the Sheriff’s Department at 616-632-6357 or Silent Observer at 616-774-2345.