Autopsy of Nicaraguan Anesthesiologist Confirms Death by Hypothermia and Presence of Alcohol
Forensic ruling confirms Dr. Helen Garay died from hypothermia with alcohol consumption as a contributing factor. The finding strengthens a $50 million lawsuit against Dollar Tree for alleged negligence.
TL;DR
- Dr. Helen Massiell Garay Sánchez died from environmental hypothermia and ethanol consumption.
- She was found deceased in a Dollar Tree freezer on December 13, 2025.
- Investigators concluded the death was accidental, with the doctor becoming trapped in the freezer.
- Her family has filed a $50 million lawsuit against Dollar Tree for wrongful death and gross negligence.
- The lawsuit alleges the store manager was notified of her disappearance before closing but failed to take action.