The gruesome discovery was made after police responded to a wellness check at 206 E. 31st St.
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A law enforcement source told Eyewitness News that family members were worried about a loved one, and couldn't access the apartment.
Before officers could arrive, the apartment building superintendent let the family in, where they found the woman's body stuffed in a bag.
The victim was identified as 52-year-old Nadia Vitel.
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The law enforcement source said it's unclear if there was any trauma to the victim's body, or if there was any forced entry to the apartment.
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The Office of The Chief Medical Examiner will determine the cause of death.
The investigation remains ongoing.
This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
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