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Man in custody after woman found dead in Olathe, Kansas home: police

By Olivia Johnson,

14 hours ago

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Olathe Police Department is investigating a homicide after a woman was found dead in a home Saturday evening.

According to OPD, officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of East Oakview Street just before 6 p.m. for a death investigation.

Upon arrival, officers found an unresponsive 72-year-old, white woman with “significant injuries.” She was later pronounced dead at the scene.

A 40-year-old man, who is a relative of the woman, was taken into custody and placed on a 48-hour investigative hold, according to OPD.

Officers said public safety is not at risk and all parties involved have been contacted.

The case is being investigated as a homicide by the Olathe Police Department. If you or anyone you know has information regarding the case, call (913) 971-6363 or contact the TIPS Hotline anonymously at (816) 474-8477.

This is a developing story. Stay tuned at FOX 4 for the latest updates and information.

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