Investigation into suspected homicide in St. Francois County

An investigation has begun in St. Francois County over the death of a Bismark woman found there.

The 67-year-old was discovered in her home yesterday afternoon, and has prompted an investigation by the sheriff’s department along with Bismark police.

Law enforcement officers say they’ve uncovered evidence that suggest the death was a homicide.

They’ve also taken someone into custody and it’s believed charges will be filed.