Mitt Romney’s Sister-in-Law Found Dead Near Santa Clarita Parking Garage: Investigation Underway
SANTA CLARITA, CA (October 13, 2025) — A tragedy has shaken both a prominent political family and the Santa Clarita community after Mitt Romney’s sister-in-law was found dead Monday near a parking garage in the Town Center area of Santa Clarita, a suburban city located just north of Los Angeles. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding her death, which early reports suggest may have been the result of a fall or possible suicide.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department confirmed that the body of the woman — who has not yet been publicly identified by law enforcement but has been confirmed by family sources as Romney’s sister-in-law — was discovered adjacent to a multi-story parking structure near the popular Westfield Valencia Town Center.
First responders were called to the scene at approximately 7:45 a.m., where they located the woman unresponsive. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
Possible Fall or Jump: Investigators Examine Surveillance and Witness Statements
Law enforcement officials said preliminary evidence indicates the woman may have either jumped or accidentally fallen from the parking garage. Detectives are currently reviewing surveillance footage from surrounding businesses and public safety cameras in the area, as well as interviewing potential witnesses who were nearby at the time of the incident.
While no foul play is suspected at this time, authorities emphasized that the investigation remains active and ongoing, and no official ruling has been made regarding the manner or cause of death.
“We’re looking at all angles,” said LASD Lt. Ryan Clancy during a press briefing. “We are working with the coroner’s office and the victim’s family, and we ask for privacy and patience as we determine the facts.”
An autopsy and toxicology screening will be conducted by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner to confirm the official cause of death.
A Prominent Family in Mourning
The woman was reportedly married to one of Mitt Romney’s brothers. Romney, a longtime U.S. Senator from Utah and former Republican presidential nominee, has not yet issued a public statement, but sources close to the family say they are “devastated and heartbroken” by the sudden loss.
Family representatives have asked for privacy as they process the tragedy and support one another through what is described as a deeply painful time.
“This is an incredibly sad and personal loss,” said a source familiar with the family. “She was a private person and a beloved member of the Romney family.”
Community Shock and Concern
The Westfield Valencia Town Center area, typically bustling with families, shoppers, and tourists, became the center of a tragic scene on Monday morning. As emergency responders cordoned off the area near the parking garage, several bystanders expressed shock and sorrow.
“This is heartbreaking,” said local resident Sarah Delgado. “To hear that someone lost their life here, and under these circumstances — it really hits home.”
Mental health advocates in the Santa Clarita area have already begun calling attention to the tragedy as an opportunity to raise awareness about suicide prevention and support resources available to those in crisis.
“Anytime there’s a sudden loss like this, especially in a public place, it’s important to remind people they’re not alone,” said Jessica McLain, director of a local crisis response organization. “There is help, and there is hope.”
Mental Health Awareness: Help Is Available
As speculation circulates about the possibility of suicide, local officials and advocacy groups have renewed calls to promote mental health resources, both nationally and locally.
If you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress or thoughts of suicide, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 by calling or texting 988 or by visiting 988lifeline.org.
Counseling centers in the Santa Clarita Valley have also opened walk-in hours for residents affected by Monday’s incident, offering support and grief counseling.
A Community and a Nation Await Answers
As investigators work to confirm the facts, the death of a woman so closely connected to a well-known American political figure has cast a somber shadow over a normally vibrant Southern California community.
While questions remain about what exactly happened in those early morning hours near the Town Center parking garage, one thing is certain — a family is grieving, a community is in mourning, and an investigation is underway to provide the answers that so many are hoping for.
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