80-year-old Utah woman found dead in Idaho reservoir

WEST BOUNTIFUL, Utah (ABC4) — An 80-year-old woman from West Bountiful was found in a submerged vehicle in an Idaho reservoir a month after she went missing.

According to West Bountiful Police, a body was found Thursday in a submerged vehicle in the Weston Reservoir in Oneida County. Officials believe the deceased individual to be Kay Prince Vest who was declared missing on April 8.

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Police say they removed the vehicle from the reservoir and found a body inside. While there has not been a medical confirmation, they believe it is Vest due to the vehicle belonging to her, personal items found, and a physical description of her.

There is no evidence of foul play at this time, however, the death is under investigation.

“Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with the family and friends of Kay during this tragic time,” police wrote in a press release.

There is no additional information at this time.

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