The St. Joseph Police Department is investigating after a death of a YWCA resident.

According to Commander Eric Protzman with the police department, a woman in her 50s, a YWCA resident, passed away Thursday morning. Protzman said while there does not appear to be any foul play, the death is considered an unattended death, which is why the police department is investigating. Police are waiting on results from an autopsy and a toxicology report.

YWCA Chief Executive Officer Tammy Killin said in a statement that they are saddened by the death and prayers go to the family. 

“The YWCA is fully cooperating with the St. Joseph Police Department. We appreciate our First Responders and EMS, the YWCA staff and SJPD for all of their support during this tragic time,” Killin said in the statement.

Killin tells St. Joseph Post that YWCA staff works with an at-risk population.

“I can’t speak to the specifics of this case. However, in general we work with an at-risk population.  We don’t always know the health conditions and medical history of the folks we serve.  We strive to be a safe place for women to come and we respect and maintain their privacy.”