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Questions remain after bank worker was found dead
TEMPE, Ariz. - A woman was found dead days after clocking into work at a Wells Fargo office in Tempe.
In a statement we received, Tempe Police say officers responded to the area of Priest Drive and Washington Street on Aug. 20, after security on-site called about an employee who they believe was dead. The employee was identified as 60-year-old Denise Prudhomme.
"Denise was pronounced dead at 4:55 p.m.," the police statement reads.
Per investigators, Prudhomme last scanned into the building on Aug. 16 at around 7:00 a.m., and there were no further scans from Prudhomme afterward.
"The preliminary investigation did not show any obvious signs of foul play," police wrote, while adding that the Medical Examiner's Office will make a determination on what led to Prudhomme's death.
An investigation is ongoing. Meanwhile, employees who spoke with us off-camera or otherwise wanted to remain anonymous said the news came as a shock, especially because many people work on the same floor. They also said it's a rotating door, with employees on hybrid schedules.
"I wasn't in last week," said one worker who did not want to be identified. "We have A-B schedules, so I'm assuming she was Part A. I don't even know where her team was because my manager used to be in a different state."
Wells Fargo issues statement
"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. Counselors are available to support any employees impacted by this event."