The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office says it is investigating the death of a woman after she was found unconscious along a road southwest of Pittsboro early Monday morning.

A release from the sheriff’s office said deputies responded to a report in the 7700 block of NC 902 “concerning the well-being of a person found on the road.” The call came at approximately 2:40 a.m. on Monday. Emergency responders found an unconscious female and transported her to UNC Hospitals in Chapel Hill. She was later pronounced dead.

Monday’s release identified the deceased as 33-year-old Michelle Nichole Jenks, who the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office said has a Siler City address.

Investigators said there is “currently no indication of an ongoing threat to public safety,” but is seeking more information from the public about Jenks’ death. Monday’s release encouraged anyone with information that could be relevant to the case to contact the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office at 919-542-2911.

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