Woman found dead near Springfield bike path identified

A woman who was found dead near a bike path in Springfield last week has been identified as Meggan Meredith.

Springfield police are investigating her death as a homicide after she was found unresponsive at the 1500 block of Hall of Fame Avenue Tuesday morning. She was pronounced dead shortly after.

The Hampden District Attorney’s Office identified the victim as Meredith, 45. Officials did not provide any other details about the woman.

The Springfield police Homicide Unit, under Captain Trent Duda, is investigating with the DA’s Murder Unit, officials said. 

After Meredith’s body was found last week, Hampden County DA Anthony Gulluni released a statement “in response to recent incidents of violence in our community.” He indicated that the incident was isolated.

“We understand the unease that comes with such acts of violence, and we want the community to know that each of these cases is being thoroughly investigated in close coordination with our law enforcement partners,” Gulluni said in a statement. “Our hearts go out to the families who are grieving.”

Anyone with any information is asked to call the Springfield police detectives at 413-787-6355 or through text a tip – text CRIMES (2-7-4-6-3-7) type SOLVE and your tip.

Molly Farrar is a general assignment reporter for Boston.com, focusing on education, politics, crime, and more.