Crime
Police identify woman found dead near a La Crosse nature trail
The woman found dead last Saturday morning, near the Bud Hendrickson Trail in La Crosse has been identified.
La Crosse police said the body of 45-year-old Julia Hedum were discovered around 9 am by someone who was was walking their dog in the area of Cunningham Street.
Hedum’s death is regarded by police as an isolated incident, and authorities say there is no danger to the public.
Investigators would like information from anyone who had contact with Hedum between July 15-29.
Tips can be provided to La Crosse Area Crime Stoppers at 608-784-TIPS, or to the police department at 608-789-7215 or at www.lacrossecrimestoppers.com.