The President of Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue in Detroit was discovered dead on Saturday morning, having sustained multiple stab wounds, according to police.
“We are shocked and saddened to learn of the unexpected death of Samantha Woll, our Board President. At this point we do not have more information, but will share more when it becomes available. May her memory be a blessing,” said Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue in a Facebook post.
According to a statement from the Detroit Police Department, when officers arrived at the scene on Saturday morning, they discovered a “trail of blood” that led them to Woll’s residence.
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The officers had been called about an unconscious person who was lying on the ground.
The murder, according to the police, happened inside her house. Woll was pronounced dead at the scene after officers discovered her body with multiple stab wounds, according to the authorities.
The police department stated that they do not yet know the reason behind the killing.
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan said Woll’s death “has left a huge hole in the Detroit community.”
In a statement, Duggan said he and Woll were celebrating the newly renovated synoguge together just a few weeks ago.
“It was a project she successfully led with great pride and enthusiasm,” Duggan said.
“This entire city joins with her family and friends in mourning her tragic death,” the mayor added.
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