The Homicide Division has taken the lead on a death investigation after a woman in her 70s was found dead on December 30 in the rear of the 3800 block of Virginia.
Shortly before 10:50 a.m., officers received a call for a “Sudden Death” at the location. Upon arriving, the woman was found nude on the ground. She was not conscious or breathing.
EMS responded and pronounced the woman dead. An initial scene examination of the woman’s body located bruising and a laceration. The Medical Examiner’s Office will determine the official cause of death.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to call the Homicide Division directly at 314-444-5371. Anyone with a tip who wants to remain anonymous and is interested in a possible cash reward can contact CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477). Only tips submitted to CrimeStoppers are eligible for CrimeStoppers’ rewards.