Centralia police investigating homicide after woman found shot to death

A woman was found dead in her home earlier this month after she failed to show up for work, Centralia police reported Thursday.

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According to police, officers responded to the home in the 1200 block of Marion Street on Wednesday, Aug. 5.

When officers arrived, they found the 55-year-old woman inside with what appeared to be several gunshot wounds.

Police said the Washington State Patrol and Lewis County Sheriff’s Office are assisting with the investigation.

Police said there is no ongoing threat to the community but have released few other details, including whether they are searching for a suspect.

The woman has not been identified.

Anyone with information about the case is asked to contact Centralia police at 360-330-7680.