A 60-year-old Wells Fargo employee was found dead at her corporate office cubicle in Tempo after four days of clocking in. Tempe police are investigating the employee’s death and have confirmed that her body was at the office for four days before it was discovered.
According to police, Denise Prudhomme had checked into work at 7 am on August 16. Her body was discovered by building security on August 20 after they were alerted to an unresponsive worker.
An anonymous employee of Wells Fargo revealed that Prudhomme was found in her cubicle on the third floor, away from the main aisle, according to a 12 News report.Several workers had noticed a foul smell but initially attributed it to plumbing issues.
The exact timing and cause of death of the employee remain unclear.
‘No suspicion of foul play’
Police have said that there is no suspicion of foul play.
The Tempe Police Criminal Investigations Bureau is collaborating with the Maricopa County medical examiner to determine the cause of death.
‘We are profoundly saddened…’
A Wells Fargo spokesperson, as reported by 12 News, said, “We are profoundly saddened by the loss of our colleague. Our condolences are with her family and loved ones. We have provided counseling services through our Employee Assistance Consulting program and are fully cooperating with the Tempe Police Department‘s investigation. Any additional questions should be directed to the police.”
Employees’ reaction
An employee expressed frustration over the delayed discovery of the body and the lack of communication, noting that it was disheartening no one had noticed the woman’s body earlier. They considered it a case of negligence, according to a 12 News report.
Another employee mentioned that it was incredibly unsettling and devastating to realise that’s how the lady spent her final moments.
According to police, Denise Prudhomme had checked into work at 7 am on August 16. Her body was discovered by building security on August 20 after they were alerted to an unresponsive worker.
An anonymous employee of Wells Fargo revealed that Prudhomme was found in her cubicle on the third floor, away from the main aisle, according to a 12 News report.Several workers had noticed a foul smell but initially attributed it to plumbing issues.
The exact timing and cause of death of the employee remain unclear.
‘No suspicion of foul play’
Police have said that there is no suspicion of foul play.
The Tempe Police Criminal Investigations Bureau is collaborating with the Maricopa County medical examiner to determine the cause of death.
‘We are profoundly saddened…’
A Wells Fargo spokesperson, as reported by 12 News, said, “We are profoundly saddened by the loss of our colleague. Our condolences are with her family and loved ones. We have provided counseling services through our Employee Assistance Consulting program and are fully cooperating with the Tempe Police Department‘s investigation. Any additional questions should be directed to the police.”
Employees’ reaction
An employee expressed frustration over the delayed discovery of the body and the lack of communication, noting that it was disheartening no one had noticed the woman’s body earlier. They considered it a case of negligence, according to a 12 News report.
Another employee mentioned that it was incredibly unsettling and devastating to realise that’s how the lady spent her final moments.
Source : Times of India
