ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - A death investigation is underway in Albany after a woman was found dead on South Slappey Boulevard, according to Dougherty County Coroner Michael Fowler.

Details surrounding the incident remain limited at this time, and the nature of the woman’s death has not yet been determined. Authorities have not released the victim’s identity, pending notification of next of kin.

WALB has confirmed the location of the investigation but is awaiting additional information from officials as the case develops.

This is an active investigation.

WALB will continue to follow this story and provide updates as more details become available.

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