What to Know About Influencer Yulia Burtseva’s Death Investigation

New details have emerged regarding the death of influencer Yulia Burtseva.

The content creator, who has more than 77,000 followers on Instagram, died on Sunday, January 4, after reportedly undergoing cosmetic surgery at a private clinic in Moscow. While documenting her family life online, Burtseva reportedly lived in Italy with her husband and her daughter.

Russian news outlet MSK1 reported that Burtseva was rushed to the hospital after her condition deteriorated. She was later pronounced dead.

While citing the Moscow Investigative Committee, MSK1 reported that the Main Investigative Directorate of the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation for Moscow has opened a criminal case to investigate potential negligence charges.

On the morning of her surgery, Burtseva reportedly shared a video via VK — a Russian social media platform — from a coffee shop in Moscow. According to MSK1, translated text over the clip read, “Good morning Moscow😘.”

In the comments section of Burtseva’s Instagram account, users have shared messages honoring the late influencer. “So sad, I can’t believe.. so sorry for her and her family.. there are simply no words for the grief. 💔💔💔,” one user wrote in a translated comment, while another added, “My condolences to the family. Horrible tragedy😢.”

Scroll down to learn more about the investigation into Burtseva’s death:

What Are Authorities Doing to Investigate Yulia Burtseva’s Death?

Authorities intended to seize medical records and conduct forensic examinations as part of the investigation, MSK1 reported on Sunday.

“Investigators from the Moscow Investigative Committee are working at the scene,” a translated statement by the Moscow Investigative Committee and obtained by MSK1 read. “Necessary official and medical records will be seized shortly. A number of forensic examinations, including a medical one, are being ordered.”

Was the Cosmetic Surgeon Charged After Yulia Burtseva’s Death?

RIA Novosti reported that charges were brought against the clinic employee who performed Burtseva’s surgery. The employee could face three years in prison, Kommersant reported.

Did the Cosmetic Surgeon Charged After Yulia Burtseva’s Death Have a Medical Degree?

In a statement to RIA Novosti, a law enforcement official claimed that the employee — who was identified as a native of Tajikistan — did not have a medical degree.

When Did Influencer Yulia Burtseva Share Her Last Instagram Post Before Her Death?

One month before she died, Burtseva shared a final Instagram post of herself and her daughter. “😂😂 Russian language is special, so it requires a special facial expression,” the caption read.

Users have since shared their condolences in the comments section of her post. “Oh my 🙁 what a pity for my husband and daughter,” one user wrote in a translated comment, while another added in a translated message, “That’s a pity … I’ve been subscribed for years… I enjoyed watching her stories 😢😢😢.”

A third translated message read, “What a horror….. Just read this on the news. I couldn’t believe it, I reread it several times. Such a bright, pleasant in every way girl❤️ What a pity…. May the kingdom of heaven rest to her. 🙏🙏🙏.”