Former U.S. Attorney Jessica Aber Died from Sudden Epileptic Seizure

 

After several months of waiting, authorities in Alexandria, Virginia, released the results of the coroner's report on the death of former U.S. Attorney Jessica Aber, who was found dead in her home in March while sleeping. The official report, cited by The Virginian-Pilot, concludes that Aber died from "sudden unexpected death in epilepsy," a diagnosis that confirms her death was due to natural causes.

The release of these results coincides with the initial stance of local police, who, from the first days after the incident, indicated that they had found no evidence of violence, third-party involvement, or other suspicious factors. However, the coroner's report provides formal closure to the case and offers a more precise medical explanation of what happened.

Jessica Aber, who served as U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, left behind a distinguished career within the federal justice system. His death caused shock among colleagues and the state's legal community. With the forensic results now released, authorities consider the investigation concluded.