Indiana authorities are investigating the
death of an Indianapolis woman after her body was found on a sandbar in a
river. PEOPLE confirms
The body of the 33 year old Jacqueline Watts,
was discovered by Columbus police Saturday morning on a sandbar in Flatrock
River, Lt. Matt Harris of the Columbus Police Department said at a press
conference later that day.
Watts had been reported missing by her
family Friday night, after she failed to return home, She had been in the
area to drop off her pets with a relative, Harris told reporters.
According to report, Watts and her
husband were supposed to fly out to Washington, D.C., that night but she never
made it home.
On Friday, police responded to a call
reporting a suspicious vehicle. When they arrived on the scene, officers
found Watts’ car running with the flashers on and the passenger door
open.
Harris would not comment on whether
police believe foul play was involved, citing the ongoing
investigation.
“Our focus right now is supporting the family
and making sure that we’re doing everything right,” Harris said. “With an
investigation of this course you have to get it right the first time.”
Possible tips or leads can be made
anonymously by calling 812-376-2100.
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