A death investigation is underway in Cleveland's Tremont neighborhood after a woman was found dead on Holmden Ave., and authorities are staying tight-lipped as they work the case.
The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner has identified the woman as Maria Delgado, 59. She was discovered Saturday in the 2300 block of Holmden Ave., and so far officials have not released a cause of death or named any suspects.
According to Cleveland 19, investigators located Delgado on Saturday and the medical examiner confirmed her identity. The station reports that its journalists have reached out to Cleveland police for additional details, but the department has not yet provided further comment. The case remains under investigation.
Medical Examiner's Role
The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner's Office is responsible for identifying individuals and determining the cause and manner of death in cases like this, according to the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner. Autopsies and toxicology tests can take days or even weeks, and findings are typically released once examinations are complete.
Investigation Underway In Tremont
Cleveland police detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding Delgado's death and have not released additional information about what they believe happened on Holmden Ave.
Per Cleveland 19, the station plans to update its coverage as authorities share more details.
This is a developing story, and more information is expected once police and the medical examiner release further findings.
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