Body found in Lexington confirmed as Elena Moore, coroner says
Key Points:
- The body of Elena K. Moore, who had been missing since June 12, was found near Old Cherokee Road and Northlake Drive in Lexington County, S.C., and positively identified by authorities.
- An autopsy is scheduled for Saturday at MUSC in Charleston, with details on the cause and manner of death expected to be released on Monday.
- Moore was last seen on June 11 at a Planet Fitness and later captured on camera walking near a Publix parking lot, wearing an olive green hoodie and black athletic pants.
- Police conducted extensive searches in the area, including near Lowe’s Home Improvement and Lakeside Middle School, before discovering her body about half a mile from the last known location.
- Investigators have not yet suspected foul play or imminent danger prior to her disappearance, and the investigation remains ongoing.