Last month's grisly find on the side of state Route 20 has taken a dark turn as officials confirm the identity of the corpse. The Washington State Patrol (WSP) reported that on March 20, a body was discovered by a worker from the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) amid seasonal cleanup efforts in an area with seasonal closures, stretching between Ross Dam Trailhead and Silver Star Gate.

Today, the Skagit County Coroner’s Office (SCCO) has given a name to the deceased - Willam Summer, aged 52. The revelation strikes a chord in the community, awaiting answers as the investigation into Summer's untimely demise continues. The details are scant, and the puzzle remains incomplete - the cause and manner of Summer’s death are still under the shroud of mystery, according to the WSP's announcement.

As the SCCO works to piece together the last chapters of Summer's story, their findings will bring either solace or more questions to those who knew him. The WSP has not released any additional information at this time, maintaining that the investigation is ongoing. Local residents have expressed their concern, their unease palpable, as they await further revelations from law enforcement.

The stretch of highway where Summer was found has been an unassuming backdrop to this morbid discovery. It's a place where one would not expect to stumble upon the final act of someone's existence. Yet, with minimal to go on, speculation grows within the community, fed by the sparse facts trickling down from authorities. More information is expected in the coming weeks, as the SCCO and WSP coordinate in uncovering the truth behind Willam Summer's death.