# Family and Officials Seek Answers in Cass Lake Teen's Death

> Family and tribal leaders urge public to help solve 17-year-old Dylan Oothoudt's shooting death.
- Title: Family and Officials Seek Answers in Cass Lake Teen's Death
- Summary: Family and tribal leaders urge public to help solve 17-year-old Dylan Oothoudt's shooting death. Family and officials seek public assistance to find those…
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- Source: Valleynewslive — https://valleynewslive.com/2026/10/07/those-responsible-will-be-held-accountable-family-officials-seek-answers-cass-lake-teens-death
- Published: 2026-10-07T18:30:10.225+00:00
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- Topics: cass lake, dylan oothoudt, leech lake tribal police, cass county sheriff, homicide, shooting, public tip, news, local
## Teen's Death Uncovered
Family and tribal leaders joined law enforcement in asking the public for help solving the Sept. 13 shooting death of 17-year-old Dylon Oothoudt.
## Death Details
Oothoudt was found deceased in the yard of a residence on the 1600 block of John Moose Drive NW in Pike Bay Township.
## Homicide Determination
The Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s Office determined Oothoudt died of homicide by gunshot wound.
## Public Appeal
Cass County Sheriff Bryan Welk urged the public to share what they know for Dylan and his family.
## Family Desires Justice
Dylan’s cousin Monica Oothoudt described him as a joyful presence who looked out for everyone.
## What Happens Next
Anyone with information can contact the Cass County Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers of Minnesota anonymously.
## Key takeaway

Family and officials seek public assistance to find those responsible for 17-year-old Dylan Oothoudt's homicide.