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UPDATE: Remains identified in 'questionable death' investigation at Lake Mexia

The Limestone County Sheriff says a woman's body was found around 4 p.m. Monday
LIMESTONE COUNTY SHERIFF OFFICE BADGE
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UPDATED STORY:
Shikita Peoples, 27, was confirmed as the dead body recovered from Lake Mexia by the Limestone County Sheriff, Murray Agnew. He confirmed this new information with 25 News' Bobby Poitevint, and autopsy reports are still pending. They do not believe foul play is involved.

ORIGINAL STORY:
Limestone County Sheriff Murray Agnew tells 25 News' Bobby Poitevint they are investigating a "questionable death" after a woman's body was found in Lake Mexia.

Sheriff Agnew said dispatch received the call after the body was spotted around 4 p.m. on Monday, near FM 3437.

The sheriff said the woman's body has been sent for an autopsy and authorities are still working to notify the family and next of kin.

The Limestone County Sheriff's Office and local game wardens are investigating the incident.

This is a developing story, we will update both on air and online as more information is available.