The body of Italian model Concetta Caristo has been pulled from the River Thames, marking a tragic end to the mystery surrounding her disappearance. The 33-year-old, who had been working in London, was last seen alive on September 10th near Vauxhall Bridge.
Police confirmed the discovery after responding to reports of a body in the water near the Chelsea area. While formal identification is pending, authorities believe it to be Caristo based on distinctive tattoos and personal effects found at the scene.
Mystery Surrounds Final Hours
Caristo's disappearance had raised alarm among friends who described her sudden vanishing as completely out of character. "She was supposed to meet friends for dinner but never showed up," a close associate revealed. "Her phone went straight to voicemail, which wasn't like her at all."
Police Investigate Suspicious Circumstances
Scotland Yard has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Caristo's death. While the exact cause hasn't been determined, detectives aren't ruling out foul play. "We're treating this as an unexplained death at this stage," a police spokesperson stated.
Friends have created a memorial near the spot where Caristo was last seen, with flowers and candles piling up along the Thames embankment. "She was such a vibrant person," one mourner said. "This makes no sense to any of us who knew her."
Model's Troubled Final Months
Sources close to Caristo suggest she had been struggling with personal issues in recent months. The talented model, who had worked with several prominent fashion brands, had reportedly been dealing with financial pressures and relationship problems.
The Italian embassy has been notified and is providing consular assistance to Caristo's family who have flown to London. An autopsy is expected to be conducted in the coming days as investigators work to piece together her final movements.
