SELMA, CA – The quiet community of Selma was stirred by a tragic discovery on Monday afternoon when police identified the body of a missing woman from Turlock. The woman, 44-year-old Kelsey Ramos, had been reported missing by her family after failing to return calls or respond to messages since late Friday morning. Her sudden disappearance had left her family deeply concerned, knowing it was unlike her to remain out of touch.
Kelsey was cherished by those who knew her. Her sister described her as a beacon of light, someone whose presence was unforgettable. “You cannot meet her and not fall in love with her,” her sister shared. The family knew something was amiss when they hadn’t heard from Kelsey for hours on Friday, and by Monday, the silence had become unbearable.
As the owner of a nursing care business and a stepmother to two children, Kelsey was accustomed to caring for others. She was the oldest of five siblings, with her youngest sister describing herself as Kelsey’s “baby.” The family, in their desperate search, used social media to spread the word over the weekend, posting flyers across Turlock, Newman, and as far south as Fresno.
Traffic cameras had last recorded Kelsey’s car on Shaw Avenue in Fresno on Friday afternoon. This led to a sweeping search effort that culminated in the somber news from Selma police. They informed Turlock authorities of a body found in a hotel that matched Kelsey’s description. Upon confirmation of her identity, her car was towed from the scene.
Detectives have stated that there were no immediate signs of foul play. Kelsey’s family remains puzzled about her presence in the Selma area, although she was no stranger to the region, having attended Fresno State and frequently traveled along Highway 99 to visit another sister in Bakersfield.
Adding to the family’s concern was the fact that Kelsey had not taken her high blood pressure medication. This detail, coupled with the mystery surrounding her final days, has left her loved ones with more questions than answers. The Selma police have reported that the coroner’s office will conduct an examination to determine the cause of death.
As the investigation continues, Kelsey’s family and friends are left to mourn the loss of a woman who brought so much joy to those around her.