CARLSBAD–A deceased woman discovered Monday on the Hosp Grove trail in Carlsbad has been identified as 68-year old Lisa Thorborg of Carlsbad, according to the San Diego County Medical Examiner.
Carlsbad police have narrowed the time of the incident to between approximately 10 to 11 a.m. Hikers called the police at 11:23 a.m. when they noticed a woman lying on the trail.
A witness tip has identified a man who may have been in the area at the time of the incident as a white or Hispanic adult, 5’10” – 6’3”, husky build, tan complexion with dark hair. He was wearing a black shirt, black shorts and possibly a black hat. The man was walking slowly with a slight shuffle or limp. It is unknown at this time if this person is related to the incident.
Investigators urge anyone who witnessed or heard anything suspicious in the area of Hosp Grove Trail East, located near the 2600 block of Monroe Street, on Nov. 23 between 10 a.m. and noon, to call the Carlsbad Police Department at (760) 931-2165.
An active investigation is ongoing, according to Carlsbad police Lt. Jason Jackowski,
“We have put all available resources toward solving this case and ensuring our community’s safety,” said Jackowski. “At this time, we need to hold back some details known only to law enforcement, but rest assured we will release more information just as soon as we can.”
Jackowski also said that the only confirmed information is what has been released by the police department and the medical examiner.
