Federal and local officials are investigating the sudden death of Jessica Aber, a former U.S. Attorney who was found dead Saturday in Alexandria, Virginia. Police were called to a residence just after 9 a.m. following reports of an unresponsive woman. Aber, 43, was pronounced dead at the scene.
It has not yet been confirmed whether Aber owned or resided at the address where she was discovered. Police have not named the individual who made the emergency call. Officials say the Virginia Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is now handling the case to determine the official cause and manner of death.
The loss of Jessica Aber, former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, is deeply tragic. Our hearts and prayers go out to her family and friends during this profoundly difficult time.
— Attorney General Pamela Bondi (@AGPamBondi) March 23, 2025
A family acquaintance told Fox News that Aber had previously dealt with a serious medical issue. Though unconfirmed by authorities, sources say the medical condition could be related to her sudden passing.
Aber resigned from her post in January, concluding her term the same day President Trump returned to the White House. She had served in the top federal prosecutorial role for Virginia’s Eastern District since 2021 and was nominated by President Biden.
During her time in office, Aber oversaw the prosecution of a former intelligence employee who admitted to leaking classified documents involving potential Israeli military operations. She also brought criminal charges against two Virginia-based executives accused of exporting U.S. technology to Russia despite restrictions.
Her office also indicted two foreign nationals suspected of operating one of the most extensive money laundering systems supporting hackers and online crime syndicates. U.S. officials placed a $10 million reward on the suspects involved.
Tributes from former colleagues and public officials highlighted Aber’s legal work and community engagement. Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares noted her involvement in public safety initiatives, while Attorney General Pam Bondi said her death was a devastating blow to the legal field.
Before becoming U.S. Attorney, Aber had worked as an assistant U.S. attorney since 2009 and briefly served in the DOJ’s Criminal Division in Washington.
