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Medical examiner rules Sahar Ramirez's death suicide
Moorhead police close investigation after toxicology report determines overdose death was self-inflicted, despite family's murder claims.
In brief
Moorhead police close investigation after toxicology report determines overdose death was self-inflicted, despite family's murder claims. The medical examiner ruled Sahar Ramirez died by suicide from an antihistamine overdose, closing the case despite her family's belief it should be investigated as a murder…
Woman found dead near Red River
Sahar Ramirez, a Moorhead mother, was reported missing on June 25, 2026, and found dead five days later near the Red River. An autopsy found no signs of trauma or injury.
Toxicology confirms overdose death
The Ramsey County Medical Examiner's Office determined Ramirez died from an overdose of an over-the-counter antihistamine medication. Pill fragments were found in her stomach.
Death ruled suicide by examiner
The medical examiner determined the manner of death was suicide. Moorhead police said their investigation found no evidence to contradict that finding.
Husband cleared, was out of town
Moorhead police said evidence does not place Andrew Ramirez at the scene and shows he was out of town at the time of his wife's death. He faces separate felony charges from a July 1 incident.
Family disputes suicide conclusion
Sahar Ramirez's family has disputed the conclusion and believes her death should be investigated as a murder. They held protests in the weeks following her death.
Police chief acknowledges community impact
Moorhead Police Chief Chris Helmick said the conclusion will weigh heavily on the community. He expressed sympathy for Ramirez's children, family, and those grieving.
“We know this conclusion will weigh heavily on many in our community.”
At a glance
The medical examiner ruled Sahar Ramirez died by suicide from an antihistamine overdose, closing the case despite her family's belief it should be investigated as a murder.
