Missing California woman Kelsy Ramos found dead
Kelsy Ramos, 44, was reported missing on May 2. According to the Turlock Police Department, she was last seen by family at 10:30 a.m. in Newman and last known to be in Turlock around 10:55 a.m. Police said her vehicle, a white 2017 Nissan Versa, was found in Fresno around 3:23 p.m. the same day.
'It is with deep sadness that we share an update in the missing person investigation involving Kelsy Ramos,' TPD said on social media. 'Earlier today, we were contacted by the Selma Police Department, who were investigating a call involving a deceased person. The individual matched the description of our missing person.'
TPD said it traveled to Selma and confirmed the identity of Ramos. The circumstances surrounding her death are unclear, however, police said there were no signs of foul play. An investigation is underway.
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