Woman dead after body washes ashore on Hollywood Beach; investigation underway

Police made a deadly discovery on Hollywood Beach on Wednesday evening.

Hollywood Police units found the body of a woman on the shore near North Boardwalk and Thomas Street just after 8 p.m.

The area was closed off with crime tape as police began their investigation.

Officials said that an autopsy will be performed to determine cause of death, and they will also examine missing persons’ reports to identify her.

7News cameras captured officers on the sand and the boardwalk combing for any clues.

An investigation is underway.