The sudden death of a 63-year-old woman, Laura Fells, has left a community in North Kansas City grappling with a myriad of unanswered questions. Fells was discovered lifeless in the parking lot of North Kansas City Hospital, where she had been admitted just a day prior. As authorities work to unravel the circumstances leading up to her death, her family and neighbors are left seeking closure.
Fells was a well-known figure in her neighborhood at 37th and Agnes, recognized for her early morning routine of heading to work at Costco and her friendly interactions with those around her. Her affection for animals was unmistakable, as she cared for a dozen or so cats that eagerly awaited her return each evening. Her sudden absence has left both her feline friends and human companions in shock.
In the days leading up to her death, Fells had voiced her apprehension about the impending blizzard, expressing her fear of the cold to her neighbors. On Sunday, as the city was blanketed in snow, emergency services were summoned to assist Fells following a road accident. She was transported to the hospital at 12:23 p.m., but the specifics of her treatment remain murky.
Hospital officials have not yet revealed whether Fells was treated, admitted, or discharged. Her lifeless body was found the next morning at 9:45 a.m., outside an office building on the hospital grounds. This discovery has led her family to question the sequence of events that resulted in such a tragic outcome.
Fells’ son, who spoke with a neighbor after the heartbreaking news was revealed, is struggling to comprehend how his mother ended up outside the hospital. His question, “Why was she in the parking lot?” echoes the confusion and bewilderment felt by many who knew her.
The hospital has released a statement acknowledging Fells’ death and confirming their cooperation with the ongoing investigation. However, they have refrained from providing further details, leaving both the community and Fells’ family anxiously awaiting answers.
As the investigation continues, the neighborhood is left to ponder how such a cherished member of their community could meet such a perplexing and untimely end. The hope is that forthcoming details will illuminate the mystery surrounding Fells’ death and provide some comfort to those mourning her loss.