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Missing 83-year-old woman found dead, Middleborough police say

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An 83-year-old woman reported missing Thursday in Middleborough, Massachusetts, has been found dead, police said.

The woman had last been seen around 1:30 a.m. Thursday. Authorities conducted a search, with a Massachusetts State Police K-9 finding her in a shallow body of water in the woods, according to Middleborough police.

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Foul play is not suspected, but the case is under investigation, police said.

"It's always a sad ending when a member of our community goes missing and does not survive, despite the best efforts of dozens of first responders," Middleborough Police Chief Robert Ferreira said in a statement. "We extend our deepest condolences to the victim's family and loved ones during this difficult time and ask everyone to please respect their privacy while they grieve."

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