Woman found drowned in Laurel Co.

LONDON, Ky. (WTVQ) – A death investigation is underway in Laurel Co. after a woman was found drowned in a pond off Boggs Lane Monday morning.

The Laurel Co. Sheriff says the victim, 75-year-old Betty Siler was found aroun 9:30 a.m. by an employee at a nearby business.  She was pronounced dead by staff of the Laurel Co. Coroner’s Office.

Detectives say they believe the cause of death is accidental drowning, and do not suspect foul play.