July 15, 2022 4:10 a.m.

Authorities are investigating the death of a woman who was found in Cow Creek near Riddle, Thursday afternoon.

Lieutenant Brad O’Dell of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office said at approximately 3:30 p.m. they were notified that a deceased person had been found in the creek, in the 9000 block of Cow Creek Road. O’Dell said authorities responded to the scene and confirmed the death.

The Douglas County Medical Examiner’s Office also responded. Identification and next of kin notification are pending.

O’Dell said the investigation is continuing and no further details are being released at this time.