In a heart-stopping turn of events, Las Vegas police uncovered a gruesome crime during a simple welfare check. Officers responding to concerns about a missing woman made a grim discovery—a body folded inside a freezer. The investigation led to the indictment of her ex-roommate, Daniel Roush, on charges of murder and other offenses.
Welfare Check Leads to Chilling Discovery
On November 6th, officers arrived at Monique Gilbert’s residence in the East Valley after she hadn’t been heard from in nearly two weeks. A locksmith assisted police in gaining entry when nobody answered the door. Inside, they encountered Daniel Roush, who pretends to be a woman named “Jazzlyn” and claimed to be house-sitting for Monique.
Officers quickly grew suspicious after Roush delayed letting them into the home for nearly 15 minutes. His defensive demeanor raised red flags as officers pressed to search the property.
Officers Find a Body in the Freezer
The search ended in a horrifying moment—Monique’s body was discovered in the freezer. Her remains were folded and packed inside the appliance, confirming investigators’ worst fears. Photos from the scene revealed drug paraphernalia, including white powder, scattered throughout the house.
Prosecutors later alleged that Roush force-fed Monique a lethal dose of fentanyl—200 times more than what’s needed to kill. These findings led to a Clark County grand jury charging Roush with murder and additional crimes related to her death.
Evidence Raises Questions About Suspect’s Intentions
Court records uncovered a tense relationship between Monique and Roush in the weeks leading up to her death. Text messages presented during the investigation showed Monique had asked Roush to leave her home. She stated that his belongings were left on the porch and expressed her desire for him to stay away. Investigators believe Monique likely died shortly after October 22nd, the date she reportedly forced Roush out of the house.
This troubling story has shaken the local community. What began as a welfare check escalated into a murder investigation, and questions remain about Roush’s motivations. Court proceedings are ongoing, as loved ones of Monique Gilbert hope for justice in the wake of this tragedy.
