The sudden death of adult film actress Sophia Leone, 26, is currently under investigation, with authorities describing the circumstances as “suspicious.” Leone was found deceased in her New Mexico apartment on March 1, with no apparent signs of physical trauma, according to Albuquerque police.
The cause of Leone’s death remains undetermined, and while authorities have not provided specific reasons, they have confirmed that the case is being treated as a suspicious death. Contrary to earlier reports from Leone’s modeling agency, 101 Modeling, the police have clarified that the investigation is not centered around robbery or homicide.
The police representative emphasized the unique nature of the case, stating that it is unclear at this point whether Leone was a victim of a crime. Gilbert Gallegos Jr., an Albuquerque police spokesman, further explained the unusual circumstances surrounding the decision to release the decedent’s name without having established if she was a victim of a violent crime.
The official cause of death is pending toxicology test results, although authorities have not indicated whether drug use is suspected in Leone’s death. This statement contradicts a previous announcement from 101 Modeling, which suggested that Leone’s death was being investigated as a robbery and homicide.
In a poignant Instagram post last September, Leone, who had a following of 300,000, urged her followers to appreciate life a little more. The Miami-born actress entered the adult film industry in 2014 and has since starred in over 80 films, as per her IMDb page.
Leone’s stepfather, Mike Romero, expressed the family’s shock and grief in a GoFundMe fundraiser description, which has so far collected nearly $15,000 in donations. Romero described Leone as a beloved family member and friend with a deep affection for animals, particularly her three pets.