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Mitt Romney is speaking out after the death of his sister-in-law, Carrie Romney

Carrie Romney was 64 years old when she died on Friday, October 13, according to police

Carrie's death is currently under investigation, and a cause of death has not yet been determined

Former Republican presidential nominee and Sen. Mitt Romney is speaking out after the death of his sister-in-law Carrie Romney .

In a statement to PEOPLE, Romney shared that his family is "heartbroken" by Carrie's death.

"Our family is heartbroken by the loss of Carrie, who brought warmth and love to all our lives," the statement reads. "We ask for privacy during this difficult time."

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department confirmed to PEOPLE that 64-year-old Carrie Elizabeth Romney was found dead in

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