Wells Fargo worker found dead at Arizona office days after clocking in

A woman working for Wells Fargo in Arizona died at work and was found four days later, authorities have confirmed.

Denise Prudhomme, 60, last clocked in at the Wells Fargo in Tempe at 7 a.m. on Aug. 16, the Tempe Police Department confirmed to USA TODAY on Thursday. She was found at a third-floor desk in the office on Aug. 20, leading on-site security to call the police.

Firefighters also responded and pronounced the woman dead at 4:55 pm, police said.

Prudhomme’s cause and manner of death were pending as of Thursday morning, according to the Office of Medical Examiner.

According to the police, an initial investigation found no obvious signs of foul play. An investigation is ongoing and authorities are interviewing employees at the Wells Fargo location to get more information.

Wells Fargo workers reported smelling a foul order but thought it was an issue with the plumbing, local television station KPNX reported citing an unnamed employee.

The outlet reported that Prudhomme’s cubicle was on the third floor and wasn’t near the main aisle. Most Wells Fargo employees in the office work remotely but the building has 24/7 security, per KPNX.

In a statement to KPNX, Wells Fargo said the company is saddened by Prudhomme’s death.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with their families and loved ones during this difficult time,” the company said. “Counselors, through our Employee Assistance Consulting service, are available to support our employees. We are fully cooperating with the Tempe Police Department in their investigation and will direct all further questions to them.”

USA TODAY has contacted Wells Fargo for additional information.

Saleen Martin is a reporter on USA TODAY’s NOW team. She is from Norfolk, Virginia – the 757. Follow her on Twitter at @SaleenMartin or email her at [email protected].

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Wells Fargo worker found dead at Arizona office days after clocking in

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