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Tragic Discovery of Deceased Woman in Nevada City Confirmed

Authorities in Nevada City have confirmed the tragic discovery of the body of a 40-year-old woman, identified as Shawna Heinz. The Nevada County Sheriff’s Office (NCSO) received a call from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) reporting a potential vehicle accident in the area. However, upon further investigation, no accident was found.

Discovery of the Deceased

CHP officers came across the body of Shawna Heinz in the parking lot of Twin Cities Church in Grass Valley. The cause of death is currently pending further investigation. Officials have stated that there is no indication of foul play, and the public is not believed to be in danger as a result of this incident.

Autopsy and Investigations

The NCSO has initiated a coroner’s investigation, with the cause of death awaiting autopsy results. It is important to note that the process of obtaining autopsy results can take weeks or even months, depending on various factors such as lab toxicology processing and the workload of pathologists.

Previous Incidents

In a previous incident in 2013, Shawna Heinz was involved in a case where she was suspected of being under the influence of a controlled substance and endangering two children, aged 4 and 6. Authorities discovered methamphetamine, packaging materials, digital scales, and drug paraphernalia in her residence at the time. Heinz was cited for the offences, and the children were placed under the care of Child Protective Services.

Overall, the community is urged to remain calm as authorities continue their investigations into this unfortunate incident. The NCSO will provide updates as more information becomes available.

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