Kevin Accorto Identified as Suspect

Authorities have identified Kevin Accorto as a suspect in the death of Instagram influencer Miss Mercedes Morr.

The model, whose real name was Janae Gagnier, was found dead in Richmond, Texas, on Sunday in an apparent murder-suicide.

The 33-year-old's body was found at the Cortland Apartments located at 5200 Pointe West Circle in Richmond, per ABC 13.

Police have now confirmed that the suspect in Gagnier's death has been identified as Accorto, who was also found dead at the scene.

In a statement to Newsweek, the Richmond Police Department said: "The alleged suspect in the death of Jenae Gagnier, Also known as 'Miss Mercedes Morr,' has been identified as 34-year-old, Kevin Alexander Accorto with an address in Florida.

"Accorto was the second person found at the scene at 5200 West Pointe Circle in Richmond on Sunday evening. The cause of death for the victim and Accorto will be released directly from the Fort Bend County Medical Examiner's Office. As this is an ongoing investigation, no more information will be released at this time."

Police believe a murder-suicide took place and that both parties had no prior relationship.

The cause of death for Gagnier and Accorto is still unconfirmed, pending autopsy results.

Officers originally responded to a welfare check at the apartment complex at approximately 3:48 p.m on Sunday afternoon where they discovered both deceased individuals.

At this stage, a motive for the suspected murder-suicide has not been determined, authorities say.

The investigation remains ongoing at this time.

Tributes have been pouring in for Gagnier, who was well-known for her social media presence and boasted more than 2 million followers on Instagram.

Rapper Tory Lanez led the tributes posting "Rest in peace Queen," in an Instagram story, alongside a picture of Gagnier.

NBA G League player Sheldon Mac also shared a moving tribute to Gagnier expressing shock at her death.

"We just talked on thursday & everything was good! I knew something was wrong because u always respond! I'll never forget the times we spent together! Im gone miss that smile & good energy u always had no matter where we were! Your energy and personality was unmatched! The most genuine person! We always laughed & joked with each other no matter what & thats part of what made us close for 6 years!" his Instagram tribute reads in part.

Rapper Bow Wow has also expressed his shock on social media.

He commented on Gagnier's most recent Instagram post, writing: "Stop playing we just spoke on thurs dont do me like this yo! Naaa."

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