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Brazilian Councilwoman and Influencer Fernanda Maroca Dies at 30 as Police Investigate

The city marked three days of mourning, including a public funeral.

Overview

  • Family members discovered her at her home in Lago Verde on Oct. 23 and alerted the Maranhão Military Police.
  • Authorities have not released a cause of death while the police investigation remains active.
  • Maroca was in her second term as a councilwoman and previously served two terms as president of the city council from 2021 to 2024.
  • The municipal government declared an optional holiday and held a funeral procession and burial just after midnight on Oct. 24.
  • Known for lifestyle and fitness content, she had over 54,000 Instagram followers and was a member of the Progressistas party.