Investigation Launched as Woman’s Body Found Abandoned in Old Mill Creek

Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation after the lifeless body of a woman was discovered on the side of a road in Old Mill Creek, Lake County. The victim, identified as Megan Lewis, a 39-year-old resident of Chicago, was found to have been strangled, according to the results of a preliminary autopsy.

The incident unfolded on November 29 at approximately 7 a.m. when Lake County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of a possible body on the east shoulder of Hunt Club Road, near Route 173. Upon arrival, they tragically discovered the deceased woman.

Early findings from the ongoing investigation suggest that the victim was a victim of a calculated act of violence, as her body appeared to have been deliberately dumped on the roadside during the early hours of the morning. The motive behind this heinous crime remains unknown at this time.

A comprehensive autopsy was conducted on November 29 at the Lake County Coroner’s Office, where preliminary results indicated that Megan Lewis’ cause of death was consistent with strangulation, confirming the initial suspicions of the investigators.

Lake County Sheriff’s Detectives are dedicated to pursuing all leads and gathering additional evidence as they work tirelessly to solve this shocking homicide case. As the investigation progresses, more details will be made available to the public.