Scottsdale Police have identified the woman whose body was discovered in the Scottsdale canal as Passion Schurz, a 28-year-old Native American woman from the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
Schurz was last seen alive at her home on March 19 and was reported missing by her family and community.
According to investigators, Schurz left home without her handbag and wallet, something she never did, which raised concerns about her disappearance.
While the cause of death is still under investigation, officials have confirmed that there were no signs of violence, such as fractures, stab wounds, or gunshot wounds.
The discovery of Schurz's body initially raised fears that it could be connected to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, but authorities have confirmed that the two cases are not related.
