Kristina Joksimovic Killing: Former Miss Switzerland Finalist Killed by Husband; Body Dismembered with Jigsaw, Blended and Dissolved in Chemicals
Former Miss Switzerland finalist Kristina Joksimovic was allegedly killed by her husband, Thomas. Her body was dismembered using a jigsaw and knife, with remains blended and dissolved in chemicals.
Mumbai, September 12: Kristina Joksimovic, former Miss Switzerland finalist, was allegedly killed by her husband, Thomas, who then cut up her body and dissolved it. The 34-year-old was found dead on February 13 in her Binningen home near Basel. Authorities determined she was strangled. Her husband, Thomas, confessed to the crime and was arrested. The federal court in Lausanne denied his appeal for release on September 11.
Kristina Joksimovic started her career in modelling, winning Miss Northwest Switzerland in 2003 and reaching the finals of Miss Switzerland in 2008. She later became a coach, helping models and businesswomen build confidence. She also ran a coaching agency and worked in IT recruitment. Switzerland: Zurich Councilwoman Sanija Ameti Resigns From Swiss Green Liberal Party Amid Outrage Over Using Christian Painting for Target Practice.
How Was Kristina Joksimovic Killed?
According to an autopsy report and her husband's confession, Kristina joksimovic was strangled . Her body was dismembered in the laundry room using a jigsaw, knife, and garden shears. Some remains were later blended and dissolved in chemicals. Switzerland: Several People Injured in Knife Attack Incident in Zofingen, One Accused Held.
Thomas claims he killed his wife in self-defence, alleging she attacked him with a knife. He admitted to panicking afterwards and dismembering her body. However, forensic reports dispute his claim, revealing signs of mental illness and sadistic tendencies. Investigators described him as displaying "remarkably high criminal energy, lack of empathy, and cold-bloodedness" after the murder. Prosecutors also uncovered that Thomas had previously strangled his wife, and a former partner alleged he once grabbed her by the neck and slammed her head against a wall.
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