UPDATE: A 76-year-old woman was found dead with apparent trauma in her Lower East Side apartment on December 19, 2023, at 7:55 p.m. This shocking discovery took place at 18 Monroe St. as police responded to a 911 call about an unconscious woman.
Detectives from the 5th Precinct quickly arrived on the scene, where they located the woman’s body. Authorities confirmed that she suffered significant trauma to her head and body. Emergency Medical Services pronounced her dead at the location upon arrival.
As of now, her identity has not been released, pending notification of her family. The body has been transferred to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.
This incident has sent shockwaves through the community, and police are actively investigating. They have not yet made any arrests in connection with this case. The ongoing investigation highlights the urgent need for answers in a tragic situation that has left many residents on edge.
Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward as they work to unravel the circumstances surrounding this death. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
