Miss Switzerland Finalist and Her Husband Had a ‘Perfect Family’ Before He Murdered Her and ‘Pureed’ Her Body in a Blender

The tragic murder of 38-year-old Kristina Joksimovic, a former Miss Switzerland finalist, has shocked the world. She and her husband, Thomas, were known to friends and family as having a “perfect family” with their two daughters. However, this image was shattered in February when Kristina’s body was found dismembered and “pureed” by her husband, in what he later claimed was an act of “self-defense.”

A Perfect Family, Torn Apart

Kristina and Thomas appeared to be the ideal couple. Friends described them as happy and stable, living in a well-to-do neighborhood in Binningen, near Basel, Switzerland. Kristina often shared posts online about their life together. Even celebrating their first anniversary in 2018 and calling Thomas “my rock.” However, this seemingly perfect picture hid deeper troubles. In the months leading up to her death, the couple’s relationship had become strained, with reports of previous physical violence.

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A Chilling Crime

On February 13, 2024, Kristina’s body was discovered, leading to one of the most horrifying murder cases in Swiss history. Investigators revealed that she had been strangled, dismembered with tools like a jigsaw, and her remains were then blended using a hand blender before being dissolved in chemicals. Thomas admitted to the gruesome act but claimed that he had killed Kristina in self-defense after she allegedly attacked him with a knife.

Thomas’s Mental Health and the Investigation

Despite his confession, Thomas’s plea for release from custody was denied by the Federal Court in Lausanne. The court found clear signs of mental illness, which they believe contributed to his actions. An autopsy confirmed that Kristina had been strangled, casting doubt on Thomas’s self-defense claim.

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Shockwaves Among Friends and Celebrities

The news of Kristina’s death sent shockwaves through her friends and the wider Swiss community. Nadine Vinzens, Miss Switzerland 2002 and a close friend of Kristina, expressed her devastation, saying, “I am totally shocked and heartbroken.” Other friends and former Miss Switzerland winners shared similar sentiments, expressing disbelief and sorrow over the tragic loss.

An Emotional Trigger

Nadine Vinzens, who was crowned Miss Switzerland in 2002 and a close friend of Kristina Joksimovic, expressed her deep sorrow after hearing of the tragic news. Speaking to Nau.ch, she shared, “I knew her well and I met him briefly. I am totally shocked and heartbroken. Never in my life would I have thought that something like this would happen.”

Vinzens also left a heartfelt comment on Kristina’s final social media post, writing, “I’m so heartbroken. You were such a good and nice person. I will never forget the time in LA with you. RIP my beauty.” Lorena Santen, Miss Switzerland 2023 and one of Kristina’s catwalk students, conveyed her grief, stating, “We will miss you so much.”

Another Former Miss Switzerland

Another former Miss Switzerland, Christa Rigozzi, shared her thoughts with 20 Minuten in February, remarking, “It’s terrible. I’m really shocked. I’m thinking of her two daughters. She was such a beautiful and kind-hearted woman.” Swiss actress and TV presenter Miriam Rickli, who was also a finalist in the Miss Switzerland competition alongside Kristina, expressed her disbelief, stating, “I’m just speechless”​

Kristina’s murder has left a lasting impact on those who knew her, especially her two young daughters, who now face life without both their parents. The case serves as a chilling reminder of how even the most picture-perfect families can hide unimaginable horrors behind closed doors.

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