St. George police investigating 'suspicious death' of woman found near tire shop

ST. GEORGE — Police are investigating what they're calling a "suspicious death" after a woman was found unresponsive Wednesday morning near 300 West and St. George Boulevard.

When officers arrived, they found a woman's body near a gas station and repair shop. St. George police officer Tiffany Mitchell said the woman's age and identity are unknown at this time, but said she "may be in her 30s."

The state medical examiner and Washington County Attorney's Office also responded and are investigating, she said.

"In these types of cases, we investigate them as if a crime had been committed to ensure that everything is documented and reported as needed," Mitchell said. "We are looking at it as a suspicious death at this point. The investigation is ongoing."

Mitchell said she's not able to classify it as a homicide investigation at this time.

The department is talking to area businesses and employees and combing through video surveillance footage to "ensure that we figure out what happened to this woman."

Mitchell said anyone who may have been in the area Wednesday morning or anyone with information is encouraged to call St. George police at 435-627-4300.

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