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Pregnant Texas Woman Found Dead After Disappearance
17 Apr
Summary
- A 23-year-old woman, eight months pregnant, was found deceased.
- Her father confirmed her body was found after she disappeared last week.
- Family believes she was kidnapped before her death.

A 23-year-old woman, eight months pregnant, was discovered deceased in southwest Houston on Thursday, according to her family. Ashanti Allen had vanished last Friday after leaving her home. Her father, Edward Allen, expressed his profound grief and shock, confirming that his daughter's body was found. He described Ashanti as a bright young woman with her life ahead of her, who was eagerly awaiting the arrival of her baby.
Edward Allen believes his daughter was kidnapped prior to her death and made an emotional plea for anyone with information to contact the police. The family had been desperately hoping for the best outcome following her disappearance. Ashanti Allen was reportedly working at a local hospital and had recently graduated from community college.