Suspect held in Sarasota woman's death
Police found a 31-year-old female dead at an apartment complex in the early hours of Sunday.
By Katherine Diallo ·
Sarasota police took a 32-year-old man into custody on Sunday after officers discovered a 31-year-old woman dead at a local apartment complex. The investigation began when dispatchers received a 911 call around 4 a.m. regarding the incident at Applegate Apartments on 1500 North Lockwood Ridge Road. Officers arrived at the scene and confirmed the woman had died.
Detectives utilized Flock cameras to identify a vehicle they believe is connected to the case. The suspect was taken into custody without incident. According to the Sarasota Police Department, investigators believe the victim and the suspect knew each other before the incident.
Police described the incident as isolated. The department is still working to notify the victim's next of kin. As of Sunday, authorities had not released the woman's name or the specific cause of death. The suspect's name and the criminal charges he faces have also not been made public.
The case remains under active investigation. Residents and others with information are asked to contact the SPD Criminal Investigations Division at 941-915-4307. They can also reach Sarasota Crime Stoppers by calling 941-366-TIPS.
Source: FOX 13 Tampa Bay
