While the investigation of the death of Loretta Sangara, 68, of Placerville is ongoing, preliminary findings indicate her fall from a Stateline casino balcony was an intentional act of suicide, Douglas County deputies report.

Investigators with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office have determined Sangara, who suffered from medical problems, made elaborate arrangements with friends and family members regarding the disposition of her estate and funeral arrangements, and appears to have been planning to commit suicide for some time.

Her body was discovered July 1 below a 14th story balcony at the Horizon casino.

An autopsy was conducted by the Washoe County Coroner’s Office, and investigators are awaiting the results of the autopsy and toxicological examination before making a final determination.

— Lake Tahoe News staff report