Monique M. Askwith was discovered deceased in her residence in Chelmsford, Massachusetts on July 20, 2025, following a well-being check initiated by concerned parties. The last confirmed sighting of her alive was on July 11, 2025, suggesting a period of over a week during which she may have been unresponsive. Her death prompted an investigation by the Massachusetts Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, which is located at 720 Albany Street in Boston. The agency, tasked with determining the cause and circumstances of unexplained deaths, opened case number 2025-10612 to examine the details surrounding Monique’s passing.
Despite efforts to identify and notify next of kin, Monique remains an unclaimed person, cataloged under NamUs ID UCP149129. This designation indicates that no family member or legal representative has come forward to claim her remains or provide additional information about her background. The case underscores the challenges faced by medical examiners and investigators when individuals pass away in isolation, with limited social ties or documentation.
The Massachusetts Office of the Chief Medical Examiner continues to manage the case, and inquiries can be directed to their office via phone at 617-267-6767 or through their website at mass.gov. The hope remains that someone who knew Monique M. Askwith may come forward to help provide closure and ensure she receives the dignity of recognition and remembrance.
Date Found: 07/20/2025
