Carrie Romney, sister-in-law to former presidential candidate Mitt Romney, tragically took her own life, according to recent findings by medical examiners. The 64-year-old woman was discovered deceased at the base of a parking garage in Valencia, California, on October 10. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s office confirmed on Tuesday that her death was a result of “blunt traumatic injuries” and was officially classified as a suicide.
Carrie Romney was married to George Scott Romney, the 81-year-old elder brother of Mitt Romney. The couple, however, had been entangled in a contentious divorce for several months prior to her death. The pair had been living separately since May, following their decision to file for divorce due to “irreconcilable differences” after eight years of marriage.
The specifics of these differences remain undisclosed, but court documents indicate that both parties were attempting to prevent the other from acquiring any assets during the divorce proceedings. Prior to their separation, the couple resided together in a Valencia condominium valued at $725,000. It is still uncertain whether they continued to cohabitate in the period leading up to Carrie’s death.
George Romney had expressed his intention to withhold any spousal support from Carrie and claimed that the couple did not possess any joint property that needed to be divided. The parking garage where Carrie’s life tragically ended is part of a luxury apartment complex.
The tragic circumstances surrounding Carrie Romney’s death underscore the importance of mental health awareness and the need for supportive resources, particularly during times of personal crisis such as divorce. It is a stark reminder that even those connected to high-profile figures are not immune to personal struggles and mental health issues.