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Police: Shooting death investigation underway after woman found dead in vehicle

Salem Police Department said they are investigating a shooting death after officers found a woman dead inside of a vehicle during a welfare check. July 21, 2022 (courtesy Salem Police Department).

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – Authorities are investigating a shooting death after finding a woman dead inside of a vehicle on Thursday, Salem Police Department said.

At 6:45 a.m., officers were dispatched to a welfare check along Portland Road NE, officials said. On the scene, police found the woman, who has not been identified, slumped over inside a vehicle.

According to authorities, the preliminary investigation shows she died as a result of gun violence.

“Our detectives are working diligently on this case. At this time there is no indication of an ongoing threat to the public,” said acting-in-capacity Deputy Chief Michael Bennett who currently oversees the Investigations Division.