MOUNT VERNON, Wash. – Mount Vernon Police have identified a woman found dead earlier this week.

Police say 47-year-old Erika A. Bowen was found Wednesday morning, January 4th, in the Young’s Bar area, which is a fishing spot along the Skagit River.

She is a longtime resident of Skagit County.

Her death is not thought to have been water-related, and investigators found no signs of physical trauma.

Police are asking anyone who may have been in the area Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday morning, or who are familiar with her acquaintances or activities, to contact them.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that would assist investigators are asked to call the 24-hour dispatch information number (360) 428-3211 or during business hours call Mount Vernon Police at (360) 336-6271.

47-year-old Erika A. Bowen