I’m not sure how many people still follow America’s Next Top Model but it is heartbreaking to hear that former contestant, Mirjana Puhar was murdered Tuesday evening in a triple homicide.
The 19-year-old model was best known for her spot on the 21st cycle of the show. According to authorities,Mirjana Puhar, her boyfriend Jonathan Alvarado, 23, and his roommate Jusmar Gonzaga-Garcia, 21 were found by a friend at the boyfriend’s home in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Emmanuel Jesus Rangel, 19, has been arrested and charged with three counts of 1st degree murder. According to Access Hollywood, “Preliminary information indicates that the victims and suspect were known to one another and this incident was drug related.”
Rangel has also been charged in connection with a murder that took place in nearby Matthews, North Carolina on Sunday, police said.
Fellow contestants including ANTM judge Miss J. Alexander took to Twitter to mourn her death. “Saddened to learn about #ANTM Cycle 21 contestant Mirjana Puhar’s murder. Remembering her fondly. RIP,” he tweeted.
Tyra Banks also tweeted her condolences.
Emmanuel Jesus Rangel is currently being detained in police custody.
