RIO DE JANEIRO: A 40-year-old American social media influencer was found dead in a hotel room in Brazil shortly after undergoing cosmetic surgery, according to local media reports.
Authorities said the incident occurred at a hotel in Rio de Janeiro, where the woman was staying following a recent surgical procedure. Emergency services were reportedly called to the scene, but she was pronounced dead at the location.
Local police have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of death. A post-mortem examination is expected to provide further clarity on whether medical complications contributed to the incident.
The influencer, who had a significant following on social media platforms, had travelled to Brazil for cosmetic procedures, a country known for its active cosmetic surgery industry.
Officials have not released additional details pending notification of next of kin, and the investigation remains ongoing.
The case has drawn attention to medical tourism and post-operative risks associated with cosmetic procedures performed abroad.