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Death in Ithaca Under Investigation

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Ithaca Police are investigating an apparent fatal drug overdose that occurred over the weekend.

Officers responded to a home in the 700 block of Cliff Street Sunday afternoon for a report of a non-responsive person. EMTs and the Tompkins County Medical Examiner’s Office determined the individual had passed away. Their name is being withheld pending further investigation.

Police believe the death is a result of a drug overdose and their investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to reach out to the Ithaca Police Department and those who wish to remain anonymous may do so.

Police Dispatch: 607-272-3245
Police Administration: 607-272-9973
Police Tipline: 607-330-0000
Anonymous Email Tip Address: www.cityofithaca.org/ipdtips

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