RIO GRANDE DO SUL, Brazil – The community of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, was stunned by the tragic discovery of the lifeless body of Débora Michels, a 30-year-old fitness influencer widely known as Deby, just steps away from her parents’ residence. The incident occurred in the early hours of a Friday morning, as reported by local authorities. Her husband, Alexander Gunsch, aged 50, has confessed to her murder, according to CCTV footage capturing the moment of the alleged crime.
Débora Michels, known as Deby, was a popular fitness influencer with thousands of followers on social media platforms, particularly Instagram, where she shared insights into her life as a personal trainer and showcased her active lifestyle. Her educational content and motivation, focused on fitness and health, resonated with her audience. Friends and acquaintances remember her as a vibrant, magnetic person who had a positive impact on everyone she encountered.
Following Débora’s death, friends and family expressed shock and sadness, with her brother, Alex Michels, emphasizing her decision to break off her relationship with Gunsch prior to the tragic event. The local authorities have confirmed to the media that Gunsch confessed to the tragic incident, revealing details of domestic violence leading to her untimely demise.
Upon his arrest, Gunsch admitted to engaging in a heated argument with Débora, during which he grabbed her by the neck, causing her to lose consciousness. Despite being married for a decade, Débora had decided to end the relationship before the unfortunate event. Gunsch claimed that he panicked after realizing she had passed away, subsequently leaving her outside her parents’ home.
The family mourned Débora’s passing at a funeral held on Saturday, followed by her interment at the Municipal Cemetery of Montenegro. The police continue their inquiries into the circumstances surrounding Débora Michels’ untimely death, and the community continues to grapple with this tragic loss.