Young Brazilian fitness influencer passes away after heart attack

Brazilian fitness influencer Larissa Borges can be seen in this picture posted on August 28, 2023. — Instagram/@lariborgesx
Brazilian fitness influencer Larissa Borges can be seen in this picture posted on August 28, 2023. — Instagram/@lariborgesx

Brazilian fitness influencer Larissa Borges has tragically died after experiencing a double cardiac arrest of unknown causes. 

The news of her sudden passing has left her family and followers in shock. The young influencer passed away on August 28, 2023, at the age of 33.

The family of 33-year-old fitness influencer confirmed her untimely demise through a heartfelt social media post. The family expressed their profound grief, highlighting the pain of losing such a young and kind individual. 

Larissa Borges, who had over 32,000 followers, was admitted to the hospital on August 20th after her initial cardiac arrest during her travels in Gramado, Brazil.

After spending a week in a coma, Larissa’s condition took a tragic turn when she faced another cardiac arrest, which proved fatal. 

Her family remembered her as a source of joy and determination, always bringing smiles to those around her. 

Larissa Borges’ vibrant personality and contagious energy made a lasting impact on those who knew her.

Despite facing numerous challenges, Larissa’s family praised her unwavering determination in her battle for life. They lauded her as a warrior who tackled obstacles without complaint. 

Larissa Borges’ sudden demise has left a significant void in their hearts, and her memory will be cherished with affection and gratitude. Her journey as a fitness influencer inspired many, and her legacy of positivity and resilience will continue to live on.

The Civil Police in Gramado are set to initiate an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the demise of Larissa Borges. Delegate Gustavo Barcellos, in conversation with Brazilian news source G1, said that the investigation would begin once the autopsy findings are received. Barcellos also indicated the possibility of Borges having consumed alcohol and “narcotic substances” before her passing.

Barcellos summed up, “There is a report suggesting the potential consumption of narcotic substances, coupled with alcohol intake.” He explained that the body was undergoing a necropsy, with laboratory tests aimed at identifying any substances she might have taken. Authorities have already interviewed her boyfriend, who was with her.

Just a week prior to her demise, Borges had shared a photo of herself skiing in Gramado, captioned, “I can believe in tomorrow.”

In response to the news of her death, an outpouring of condolences flooded the comments section of the Instagram post, with fans openly expressing their own grief over the loss of the influencer. Messages such as “Forever in our hearts” and “Rest in peace Lari… My condolences to the whole family” echoed the sentiments of many. 

A message reads, “It’s heartbreaking!!! Stay here once again, my gratitude for having known you [is] wonderful. I [hope] your passage was as peaceful as possible, and that you are being very well taken care of by the Holy Spirit!”

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