An unfortunate incident unfolded at a Wells Fargo corporate office in Tempe, Arizona, where a long-time employee tragically passed away at her desk over the weekend. The employee, identified as Denise Prudhomme, aged 60, had clocked in for her shift on a Friday morning but was found deceased four days later in her cubicle.
According to the Tempe Police Department, Prudhomme had entered the building at 7 a.m. on August 16 but did not scan in or out thereafter. Her body was discovered by security personnel on August 20 in a cubicle on the third floor of the building. Despite immediate medical attention, she was pronounced dead later that day.
Wells Fargo expressed deep sorrow over the loss of Prudhomme and extended condolences to her family and loved ones. The company is providing support to the affected employees and reviewing its safety protocols in light of this incident. Counselors have been made available to assist those impacted by the tragedy.
Concerns were raised by some employees regarding the delay in discovering Prudhomme's body, especially given the building's round-the-clock security presence. Reports suggest that a foul smell was noticed in the area where Prudhomme was found, but it was initially attributed to plumbing issues.
Wells Fargo clarified that the delay in informing employees about Prudhomme's passing was due to the need to notify her family first. The cause of Prudhomme's death is still pending investigation by the Maricopa County's Office of the Medical Examiner, with no apparent signs of foul play reported by the Tempe Police Department.
This tragic incident has left the Wells Fargo community in shock and mourning, emphasizing the importance of employee well-being and safety in the workplace.
