The body was discovered by a neighbor around 5:45 a.m. in the driveway of a home on Staten Island.
Police and EMS responded, and she was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Investigators said It appeared the victim was dumped there.
A man living in the house said he heard some banging sounds around 5 a.m. after what was an all-night party in a nearby apartment.
Police say the woman was found partially clothed and wrapped in a blanket and, initially, there appeared to be no signs of trauma.
The Medical Examiner will determine the cause of death. The investigation is ongoing.