A bereaved brother has paid homage to his “funny and lively ray of sunshine” sister, who died in the town centre.
Chelsea Louise, 30, was discovered unresponsive on Ashford’s Lower High Street last month, provoking a large police response. Despite the greatest efforts of rescue personnel, she was declared dead on the site.
The majority of the town centre, between the intersections for Bank Street and Station Road, was blocked off as investigators conducted their investigation. Police have since stated that, while her death is “unexplained”, it is not being investigated as suspicious.
Her saddened brother, John Malthouse, has revealed that the woman was his younger sister Chelsea.
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We started a fundraiser to help pay for her funeral because she didn’t have life insurance.
Mr Malthouse wrote on GoFundMe: “I am the brother of the late Chelsea, who died suddenly aged 30 recently in Ashford town centre.
“Our Chelsea was a daughter, sister and niece. She was a funny, lively ray of sunshine but sadly suffered from some terrible mental health issues.
“Chelsea was not insured and we as a family want to give her the send-off that she deserves.
“Thank you for taking the time to read this, and in advance our heartfelt thanks for any donations that you may wish to contribute.”
So far, £695 of a target of £2,000 has been raised Mr Malthouse also shared the fundraiser on social media, saying: “I have no words right now at all. I am beyond devastated. “I cannot believe that I have lost my baby sister, my angel and best friend. “Heaven has gained another angel. May you find peace in the arms of the angels. Fly high and soar great on the wings of the angels my darling.” It sparked an outpouring of grief, with one well-wisher saying: “I’m so sorry for your loss. I’ve known Chelsea for years. She was so beautiful and a lovely friend.” Another added: “I’m so sorry. God bless, beautiful lady.”
One commenter wrote, “I’m very sad for your loss. “May your sister rest in eternal peace.”
Floral tributes have been laid under a tree near the benches outside Sports Direct in the town centre in memory of Chelsea, and they remain there today.
Police were originally called to Lower High Street at 11.20pm on Thursday, January 18. The town centre was blocked off and remained so for most of the next day.
According to an ambulance service spokesperson, two ambulance crews and three single responder cars were dispatched.
“Sadly despite the efforts of all those involved, the woman was pronounced dead at the scene.”
In a statement, Ashford Borough Council stated that it was “saddened to hear of this incident”.
“Our regrets and condolences are extended to
The woman’s relatives and acquaintances were found in the town centre, according to the authorities.
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