Name released of woman found dead in Gardnerville field

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) has released the name of the deceased woman found in a Gardnerville, Nevada field on July 4.

The deceased person has been identified as 56-year-old Charlene Heaphy of Dresslerville, Nevada.

This remains an active death investigation and at this time there is no indication of foul play.

On Wednesday at about 12:00 p.m., DCSO responded to the report of a deceased person located in a field off of Dresslerville Road, between Muir and Riverview in the Gardnerville Ranchos. Ms. Heaphy’s next of kin have been notified.

Anyone with any information regarding Charlene Heaphy may contact Investigator Ryan Young at 775-782-9926.