Brazilian police are investigating the deaths of model Lidiane Aline Lorenço, 33, and her daughter, Miana Sophya Santos, 15, whose bodies were found on October 9 in their apartment in Barra da Tijuca, an exclusive neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro.
Authorities found no signs of violence, and the police are awaiting forensic reports to determine the causes of death, according to the newspaper O'Globo. The newspaper states that the building administrator reported to the police that the mother and daughter were last seen on October 4 at the building's beauty salon, getting their nails and hair done.
The case has even made headlines in the Daily Mail, which reports that neighbors uncovered the case after alerting the building administrator to a strong odor coming from the apartment. It also mentions that the bodies of the model and her daughter were found in different rooms.
Lidiane Aline Lorenço's family has released a statement asking for respect, which has been reproduced by some Brazilian media outlets.
"With deep pain and sorrow, Lidiane Aline Lorenço's family, after her passing and the countless news surrounding it, at this moment of immeasurable grief, expresses their profound dismay at the premature departure of a woman full of life, dreams, and immeasurable love for her daughter, Miana Sophia.
Despite achieving success as an entrepreneur and model, one of her greatest aspirations was to fulfill her dream of becoming a doctor. This desire was not only a result of a vocation but also driven by her own health condition, which led her to view medicine with a perspective of deep empathy and dedication. She was studying medicine and dreaming of becoming a doctor, but reports in some media outlets claiming that she had abandoned the medical profession to become a digital influencer are false.
At this moment of extreme fragility, the family fervently requests respect and empathy. The memory of Lidiane and her daughter must be preserved. It is unacceptable that, amid so much pain, malicious rumors and unfounded speculations attempt to tarnish them.
Considering that there is still no solid evidence of what happened, we ask the press and the general public to await the official investigation, avoiding the spread of unconfirmed information that only adds to the suffering of those who loved Lidiane and Miana Sophia. We appreciate your understanding and respect in these difficult times".