Sarasota Police Detain 32-Year-Old Man After 31-Year-Old Woman Found Dead
Detectives used Flock cameras to locate a vehicle linked to the death at Applegate Apartments.
By Anthony Hoffmann ·
Sarasota police are investigating a homicide after officers discovered a 31-year-old woman dead at an apartment complex early Sunday morning. The death occurred at the Applegate Apartments, located at 1500 North Lockwood Ridge Road.
Police responded to a 911 call at approximately 4 a.m. Upon arrival, officers found the victim deceased. Investigators utilized Flock surveillance cameras to identify a vehicle they believe is connected to the incident.
Officers took a 32-year-old man into custody without incident. Detectives stated that the victim and the suspect knew each other. Authorities have not yet released the names of either the victim or the suspect, nor have they specified the criminal charges the man may face.
Police told reporters that the incident appears to be isolated. The case remains under active investigation while detectives work to notify the victim's next of kin. No cause of death has been released as of Sunday.
The Sarasota Police Department's Criminal Investigations Division is handling the case. Residents and witnesses with information are asked to call 941-915-4307 or contact Sarasota Crime Stoppers at 941-366-8477.
Source: FOX 13 Tampa Bay
