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Death investigation underway in Chambers County after female found dead
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Key takeaways
- 46-year-old woman found dead with gunshot wound to head on County Road 548 in Chambers County.
- Authorities believe gunshot wound was self-inflicted; body sent for autopsy; investigation ongoing.
A death investigation is underway in Chambers County.
The investigation began when deputies found a deceased 46-year-old white female with a gunshot wound to the head on County Road 548 at 8:30 a.m. on January 16, 2026.
Lanett EMS and the Chambers County Coroner’s Office responded to scene along with deputies and investigators.
“At this time, it is believed that the gunshot wound was self inflicted,” authorities said. “The victim has been identified but we are unable to release her name at this time.”
Her body will be transported to the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences for an autopsy. The investigation is ongoing by the sheriff’s office’s Criminal Investigation Division.
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