Modesto CA – The body found in the 3400 block of Paradise Rd is believed to be that of missing person Nicholle Yarnell, age 47 of Modesto.
Two dairy workers found the body in a dairy catch pond at approximately 9:00AM on February 28th, 2014.
The Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department is conducting an investigation into the death. The cause of death is pending an autopsy and results of a toxicology report.
The body is believed to be that of Nicholle Yarnell and was identified by the description of the clothing that was given when she went missing. Yarnell was reported missing by family members on January 16, 2014. Her vehicle was found abandoned near the same area on Paradise Rd.
Detectives state they have located no signs of foul play at this time. Positive identification is pending an autopsy and DNA testing.
Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact Detective David Hickman of the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department at 209-525-7042
If you have any tips, you can leave an anonymous tip by calling Crime Stoppers at (209) 521-4636. Tipsters can also e-mail tips at http://www.modestopolice.com/CrimeStoppers, or text them to CRIMES (274637) by typing "Tip704" plus the message and be eligible for a cash reward
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