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Woman's Body Found In Kensington Lot

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Philadelphia police are investigating the apparent murder of a woman whose body was found in a lot Wednesday evening.

The woman's body was found at about 9 p.m. in a lot in the 2800 block of Ruth Street in the city's Kensington section.

According to investigators, the woman was found partially clothed and may have been sexually assaulted before being strangled.

The identity of the woman was not immediately known. The investigation is ongoing.

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