Tampa police: No foul play indicated after woman found dead in mangroves
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A woman was found dead within the mangroves along the shoreline of West Gandy Boulevard Saturday, according to Tampa police.
Officers were notified about the body at around 5:42 p.m. at 5123 West Gandy Boulevard.
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The Tampa Police Department said the victim appeared to be a “deceased white female in her early 30s.”
No signs of foul play has been found, and evidence suggests the woman may have overdosed, according to police. However, the medical examiner’s office will determine what the official cause of death was.
The Tampa Police Department said those who struggle with substance abuse can contact the following resources for help.
Dial 911 for immediate police, fire, or medical response
Dial 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Dial 211 to speak with someone at the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay.
The National Drug Helpline — 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
The woman will not be identified until her next of kin is identified.
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