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Police identify woman found dead behind Wichita business during winter storm

Update Feb. 8:

Police identified the woman as 47-year-old Angela Degraffenreid of Wichita. She was found behind a west Wichita business during last week’s winter storm.

Original Feb 3:

Wichita police say a woman in her 60s was found dead in west Wichita on Wednesday afternoon.

Officers responded around 1 p.m. to a welfare check call in the 600 block of N. West Street, police spokesperson Trevor Macy said.

She was found outside behind a business.

Investigators are working to identify the woman and cause of death. At this time, police think foul play was not involved, Macy said.

This story was originally published February 3, 2022 at 12:20 PM.

Eduardo Castillo
The Wichita Eagle
Eduardo covers crime and breaking news for The Wichita Eagle. His previous work experience includes stints at KWCH 12 Eyewitness News, the local CBS affiliate in Wichita, and as a marketing manager for a local real estate team. In addition to writing, Eduardo also enjoys still photography and cinematography. News tips? email at Edcastillo@wichitaeagle.com or call 316-268-6213.
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