The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in identifying a woman whose body was found in Hunter Creek near the Peace River in Punta Gorda last month.
The victim's body was discovered on March 29 and had been in the water for several days. The cause of her death remains unknown.
CCSO is canvassing the neighborhood to find witnesses who may provide information about the victim's identity.
Detectives believe the woman was between 50 and 80 years old, approximately 5 feet 5 inches tall, with light-colored hair and purple nail polish on her toes.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office.
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