A Kalispell woman found dead during a welfare check has been identified, according to a Kalispell City Government press release. 

On July 31, officers with the Kalispell Police Department conducted a welfare check at a residence on the 700 block of 11th Avenue. On arrival, they found a dead adult woman inside, who was identified Tuesday as 62-year-old Julie Brandner.

The death is being investigated as suspicious by detectives. Anyone with information that may be relevant is encouraged to contact the Kalispell Police Department at (406) 758-7780 or kpdtips@kalispell.com.

Andy Tallman is the criminal justice reporter for the Missoulian.