Crime & Safety

Eastchester Woman Found Dead on I-95 in CT

Police were called to the scene Monday night after getting reports of a pedestrian in the roadway.

EASTCHESTER, NY — An Westchester woman was found dead Monday night on I-95 northbound past exit 9 in Stamford, CT, police said. State Police identified the woman as Harriet Okura, 59, according to the Stamford Advocate.

Police were called around 10:17 p.m. to the scene after callers reported seeing a pedestrian laying in the roadway. Multiple lanes were closed for two hours Monday night while police investigated.

The investigation remains active.

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