A 60-year-old office worker was found dead at her desk in an Arizona corporate office, days after she had last scanned into the building, authorities said, according to ABC News.
The body of Denise Prudhomme, an employee at a Wells Fargo corporate office in Tempe, was discovered in a third-floor cubicle on Tuesday, according to Tempe police. Records show Prudhomme had last scanned into the building on August 16, at 7 AM, with no indication that she had left the premises.
Police said Prudhomme worked in an underpopulated area of the building, which may explain why her absence went unnoticed for so long. While the cause of death has not yet been determined, preliminary investigations found no obvious signs of foul play.
Wells Fargo expressed their condolences: "We are deeply saddened by the loss of our colleague, Denise Prudhomme. Our thoughts are with her family and loved ones, and we are in contact to ensure they are well-supported during this difficult time. We are committed to the safety and wellness of our workforce." The company has made counselors available to support employees affected by the tragic discovery.
According to police reports, authorities responded after on-site security called about an employee they believed to be deceased. Prudhomme was officially pronounced dead at 4:55 pm on August 20.
