NORTH PLATTE - The North Platte Police Department is investigating a potential drowning on Tuesday.

According to Officer Matt Elder, police and North Platte Fire and Rescue crews were called around 8:17 a.m. to the 3000 Block of East State Farm Road for a potential drowning.

On arrival, first responders found a deceased female in a pond.

The victim was recovered by the Lincoln County Dive Team and an autopsy is pending.

Authorities say the identity of the victim will not be released pending notification of family.

The investigation is ongoing and more information will be released when it is available.