Marianna police have asked the Arkansas State Police to lead a murder investigation after local officers found a local woman dead in her home late yesterday.

  The body of Latisha McKenzie, 46, of 642 Meadowbrook Way was discovered by Marianna police officers while conducting a welfare check at the residence about 5:50 PM.

  Special agents of the state police Criminal Investigation Division have found evidence leading them to believe McKenzie was murdered, then her body moved to a hallway bathroom.

 Agents are continuing their investigation in Lee County today and are searching for a person interest who may prove to be a suspect in the homicide.