Woman Found Dead on Annapolis Trail After Extreme Cold

Police believe the victim slipped on ice and died from exposure.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 7:39pm

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Annapolis police are investigating the death of a woman found unresponsive on a hiking trail near Truxton Park. Authorities believe the woman may have slipped on ice due to the extreme cold weather conditions and died from exposure.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the dangers of extreme winter weather and the importance of public safety measures to protect vulnerable individuals during periods of dangerously low temperatures.

The details

Officers were called to the hiking trail around 2:30 pm on Wednesday after the woman was found unresponsive. An investigation indicates she may have slipped on the icy trail conditions and died from exposure to the extreme cold. No foul play is suspected.

  • The incident occurred around 2:30 pm on Wednesday, January 30, 2026.

The players

Annapolis Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the weather-related death.

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What’s next

Annapolis police will release the victim's identity and additional details after notifying the family.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the need for public awareness and preparedness during severe winter weather, as well as the availability of warming centers and other resources to protect vulnerable community members.