Woman missing since Jan. 1 confirmed dead

MOUNT VERNON — The Skagit County Coroner’s Office confirmed Tuesday that the remains recovered from the La Conner Channel Jan. 23 were those of a 27 year old Kirkland woman missing since New Years Day, the Skagit County Sheriff’s Office reported.

The Sheriff’s Office thanks the La Conner community for their support and patience during the lengthy search and recovery efforts.