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Miss Universe Hopeful Found Dead in Apartment
22 Jul
Summary
- A Miss Universe Tegucigalpa contestant was found dead in her apartment.
- The contestant was 23 years old and recently placed second.
- Police have opened an investigation into the unexpected death.
A contestant from the Miss Universe Tegucigalpa pageant, Wualys Aquino, was discovered dead in her apartment on Monday, July 20. Aquino, who had recently secured second place in the regional competition, was 23 years old. Her family found her body after not hearing from her for several days.
The Miss Universe Tegucigalpa organization announced Aquino's death on July 21, sharing a statement expressing profound shock and condolences. They remembered her as a woman who "shone herself" and actively supported her peers throughout the pageant.
Local authorities have initiated an investigation into Aquino's death. Both natural causes and potential foul play are being considered as possibilities. An autopsy is currently underway to ascertain the cause of her passing.
