Woman's body found in snow on Cleveland's east side

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Posted: 02/13/2012

CLEVELAND - Cleveland police are investigating after a woman’s body was found partially buried in the snow Monday morning.

The remains were discovered at about 10:45 a.m. in the 3400 block of Hamilton Avenue.

Cleveland Police Sgt. Sammy Morris said the woman, who was possibly in her 30s, was unresponsive when officers arrived. The woman had suffered contusions and abrasions to her head and hands, police said.

She was pronounced dead at the scene, but the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner’s Office will determine the cause of death. Her race is unknown at this time.

Anyone with information should call the Cleveland Division of Homicide Unit at 216-623-5464. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers at 216-252-7463. You can also text TIP657 plus your message to CRIMES, or 274637.

Keep checking newsnet5.com for more information.

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