St. Louis – A woman was found deceased Friday morning in a vacant lot in north St. Louis, authorities confirmed. The discovery was made just after 10:00 a.m. on October 3, 2025, in the 7600 block of Hall Street when a utility worker noticed the body and contacted police.
St. Louis City Police District 6 officers responded immediately to the scene. Upon arrival, they found an adult female who was unresponsive and not breathing. Emergency medical services were dispatched and confirmed the female was deceased at the location.
The cause of death has not been determined, and officials stated that further investigation is required. “At this time, the circumstances surrounding the woman’s death are unclear,” a police spokesperson said. Authorities are working to gather all relevant information from the scene.
The City of St. Louis Medical Examiner’s Office responded to take possession of the body. An autopsy is scheduled to determine the cause and manner of death, which may provide critical details about the circumstances leading up to the incident.
Authorities confirmed that the woman has not yet been identified. Additionally, next of kin have not been notified, as police are continuing efforts to confirm the victim’s identity before contacting family members.
Crime scene investigators processed the vacant lot, documenting the area and collecting any evidence that could assist in determining what happened. Officers emphasized that securing the scene is vital to preserving potential forensic information.
District 6 detectives have opened an active investigation and are urging anyone with knowledge or information about the incident to come forward. Law enforcement stressed that even small details could prove crucial in solving the case.
Residents and passersby who frequent the area expressed concern about the discovery, describing shock and unease. Local leaders called for community cooperation with authorities and urged caution when near vacant or secluded areas.
Police reminded the public that the investigation remains ongoing. Officials are reviewing surveillance footage from nearby locations, interviewing potential witnesses, and canvassing the neighborhood in an effort to gather information that may help identify the woman or explain the circumstances surrounding her death.
Anyone with information related to the case is asked to contact a District 6 detective at 314-444-0001. Authorities reaffirmed that community tips are essential to solving cases and bringing closure to victims and their families. Updates will be provided as additional information becomes available.
