Marianna death investigation upgraded to homicide case

MARIANNA, Fla. (WCTV) - The Marianna Police Department has upgraded their investigation into an early March death on Hawk Street to a homicide investigation.

On March 15, MPD deputies responded to a residence on Hawk Street in reference to the discovery of a dead body near a wooded area.

The deceased was a white female, wearing pink colored pants and a grey hooded sweatshirt, according to MPD.

On March 16, an autopsy was conducted which revealed that the deceased was a victim of a homicide.

At this time, investigators with TPD are working to identify the victim.

If you have any information in reference to this case, MPD is asking that you contact the department at 850-526-3125, or, to remain anonymous, contact Chipola Crimestoppers at 850-526-5000.

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