Sheriff: Woman found in Fridley died of exposure

Published 9:25 am Wednesday, March 5, 2014

FRIDLEY — Anoka County authorities said a woman whose body was found near a trash container in Fridley apparently died of exposure.

Authorities identify the woman as 36-year-old Lesean Morrisa Taylor of St. Paul.

Toxicology test results are still pending, but authorities say the cause of death appears to be exposure.

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The investigation continues, but the sheriff’s office says her death appears accidental.

A garbage truck driver discovered the body and called police Monday.