NORTHRPORT, AL — The family of a missing Northport woman says she was found dead on Saturday.
Click here to subscribe to our free daily newsletter and breaking news alerts.
A family member of Karen Deann Hollis told Patch her body was found after authorities also told Patch a homicide investigation began on Interstate 20/59 near the 54-55 mile markers around 6:30 p.m. Saturday.
As Patch previously reported on May 9, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) issued a missing persons alert Friday for Hollis, who was last seen around midnight on May 8 in the area of 43rd Avenue in Northport.
The circumstances around her disappearance and death remain unclear at this time.
This is a developing story. Tuscaloosa Patch will have more information as it becomes available.
Sign up for free local newsletters and alerts for the
Tuscaloosa, AL Patch
Patch.com is the nationwide leader in hyperlocal news.
Visit Patch.com to find your town today.