Mitt Romney’s sister-in-law, Carrie Romney, who was navigating a divorce from her husband Scott Romney, was tragically found dead near a parking garage in L.A. on October 10th. The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department confirmed that Carrie, 64, either jumped or fell from a nearby parking structure. The couple had not finalized their divorce at the time of her death.
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Carrie and Scott Romney had been married since November 16, 2016, living relatively out of the public eye. Scott, an attorney and former aspiring politician, had been previously married to Ronna Romney and Sheri Jelalian. Despite not having children together, Scott had seven children from his previous marriages, including prominent figures like former Republican National Committee chairwoman, Ronna McDaniel.
On June 10, just a few months before Carrie’s passing, Scott filed for divorce from her citing “irreconcilable differences.” The court documents also revealed that Carrie had expressed her intention to drop the Romney surname after the divorce was finalized. The divorce proceedings had not been concluded before the tragic event.
The tragic discovery of Carrie’s body near the L.A. parking lot garnered attention from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. Homicide investigators responded to the scene and identified Carrie’s body in the parking lot located on Town Center Drive. The investigations are ongoing with uncertainty on whether her fall was accidental or intentional.
In a statement following Carrie’s death, Mitt Romney expressed sorrow, stating, “Our family is heartbroken by the loss of Carrie, who brought warmth and love to all our lives.” Mitt and Scott are sons of former Michigan Governor George W. Romney, with two older sisters, Margo and Jane. Scott notably supported Mitt during his presidential campaign in 2012.
Carrie’s attorney, Paulina Markey, emphasized the family’s request for privacy during this challenging time. Meanwhile, Scott’s attorney, Karen L. Goldman, refrained from providing comments to the media but indicated that Scott, 84, may issue a statement in the future. The circumstances surrounding Carrie’s death remain under investigation by the Los Angeles County medical examiner’s office.
The Romney family’s journey through this tragedy sheds light on the complexities of personal relationships and the challenges individuals face even within prominent families. The community mourns the loss of Carrie Romney and stands by her loved ones during this period of grief. As more details emerge from the investigation, the family seeks solace and privacy to navigate through this difficult time.