By: Richard L. Smith
Detectives are working to unravel the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a deceased woman's body in Camden City, as reported by Camden County Prosecutor Grace C. MacAulay.
On Wednesday, November 15, at approximately 1:58 p.m., the Camden County Police Department responded to a 911 call alerting them to the presence of a body in the vicinity of 8th Street and Atlantic Avenue in Camden City.
Upon their arrival at the scene, officers encountered witnesses who had made the grim discovery.
Subsequent investigation efforts led to the identification of the deceased as 26-year-old Cathleen McGrath, hailing from Haddon Township.
The investigation into this tragic incident is currently active and ongoing as authorities work diligently to uncover the facts and circumstances that led to Cathleen McGrath's untimely passing.
In their pursuit of answers, the Camden County Prosecutor's Office is enlisting the support of the public and urging anyone with information related to this investigation to come forward.
Detectives Michael Dons of the Camden County Prosecutor's Office Homicide Unit can be reached at (856) 916-9292, while Detective Maria Bagby of the Camden County Police Department can be contacted at (609) 519-6947.
Additionally, individuals can provide tips anonymously by using the online portal at CAMDEN.TIPS.
As the investigation proceeds, the community's cooperation and assistance will be invaluable in helping law enforcement piece together the events leading up to this tragic discovery, ultimately seeking justice for Cathleen McGrath and her loved ones.