In the quiet community of Pray, Montana, the life of Casey Jess Anderson, a 32-year-old White / Caucasian male, was cut short on September 19, 2022. Anderson was discovered deceased inside a camper located in the 1300 block of East River Road near Emigrant. The Park County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of the discovery and found that Anderson had sustained what appeared to be gunshot wounds.
The investigation into Anderson's death quickly identified a suspect. Kadin Hawkeye Lewis, then 20 years old, was arrested in connection with the death. Lewis was subsequently charged with deliberate homicide. According to charging documents, Lewis allegedly confessed his involvement to a family member, admitting to the use of a firearm and to burning clothing that was stained with the victim's blood.
Following his arrest, Lewis appeared in Park County Justice Court where his bail was set at $1 million.
Casey Jess Anderson, originally from Brigham City, Utah, had moved to Montana and was known for his passion for vehicles and anything with an engine. He had worked for several tire centers in the Bozeman area. Remembered for his gentle heart and love for animals, his sudden death sent shockwaves through the small community. He is survived by his father and siblings.
