An Italian influencer’s fatal cosmetic procedure has sparked a criminal investigation in Russia, with her surgeon now facing prison time.
> At a Glance
> – Yulia Burtseva, 73K-follower influencer, died Jan 4 after buttock augmentation in Moscow
> – Surgeon charged with causing death by negligence through improper performance
> – Up to 3 years prison possible if convicted
> – Why it matters: Highlights deadly risks of unqualified cosmetic surgery abroad
A routine cosmetic surgery turned fatal for Italian social media personality Yulia Burtseva, leading to criminal charges against her Moscow surgeon on January 5.
The Fatal Procedure
Burtseva traveled to Moscow for a buttock augmentation at a private clinic, according to Russian media reports. The January 4 procedure ended with the 30-year-old mother being rushed to hospital, where she died from anaphylactic shock.
Investigators quickly opened a criminal case after discovering disturbing details about the person who performed the surgery.
The Investigation
The Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation found several red flags:
- The clinic employee lacked a medical degree
- The person was identified as a Tajikistan native
- The surgery was performed negligently, causing death
- Medical records are being seized for analysis
A law enforcement official told Russian media the surgeon’s qualifications were immediately questioned after Burtseva’s death.
Social Media Mourning
The Naples-based influencer, known for sharing family moments with husband Giuseppe and their young daughter, last posted December 5. Her final VK post showed her at Cafe Pushkin the morning of surgery with the caption “Good morning Moscow 😘”.
Tributes flooded her final Instagram post:
> “Condolences to the loved ones 🙏”
> “Charming girl💔how come… The kingdom of heaven 🕊️”
> “The kingdom of heaven, may the earth rest in peace”
Key Takeaways
- Unqualified surgery: The accused lacked proper medical credentials
- Criminal negligence: Death resulted from improperly performed duties
- 3-year maximum sentence under Russian law
- International tragedy: Italian woman died during cosmetic tourism to Russia
The case underscores deadly risks of seeking cheap cosmetic procedures abroad without verifying surgeon qualifications.
