The shooting deaths of two men at a New Year’s Eve party east of Renton have been ruled homicides by the King County Medical Examiner’s Office.

The medical examiner determined the two men, Curtis L. Swezey, 50, and Jonatan Lizama Munoz, 18, died of multiple gunshot wounds.

The shootout occurred after Munoz and others were asked to leave the party at about 3:30 a.m. Jan. 1 at a home in the May Valley area.

Some of the partygoers “took offense” when they were asked to leave; at least one of them pulled out a gun, according to Sgt. DB Gates, a spokeswoman for the Sheriff’s Office.

In turn Swezey, who was associated with the home,  pulled a gun and numerous shots were exchanged outside the home, according to Gates.

The investigation is continuing. Investigators will consider self-defense in determining whether anyone is charged in the shooting.

A memorial fund has been set up a gofundme.com to help pay for Mr. Swezey’s funeral and to assist his family.