The female model passed away at 20 after falling from the 10th-floor balcony during a dispute with her boyfriend.
Dezirae Andersen, a 20-year-old model, died after falling from the 10th-floor balcony of an OYO hotel in Times Square, New York (USA) on May 2 at around 10:30 pm local time. Prior to her fall, Andersen was involved in a dispute with her boyfriend, Tyler Griffin, 24, also from Colorado. Griffin had allegedly assaulted Andersen and their 8-month-old child in the hotel room.
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According to the New York Post, Griffin punched Andersen several times before the two pulled each other out into the hallway and continued their fight. A source told the New York Post that Tyler Griffin even forcefully grabbed Andersen’s arm and caused the child to fall. Griffin is said to have left the room before Andersen fell from the balcony and died.
When the police arrived, they found Griffin in the hotel lobby and exhibiting unusual behavior. The police had to use a stun gun to subdue him. Griffin was charged with assault, reckless endangerment, and acting in a manner injurious to a child. There is no report suggesting that Griffin has been charged in relation to Andersen’s death. The police believe that after the altercation, Andersen climbed onto the balcony and jumped. The couple’s daughter is now under the care of Child Protective Services.
Dezirae Andersen’s mother, Cheryl Valenzuela, has launched a fundraiser to organize a funeral and memorial service for her daughter. Valenzuela said, “My daughter was only 20 years old and died after a fight with her boyfriend in New York. I need to bring her body home for a proper burial. And the baby needs to be brought back to Colorado as soon as possible.”
Before her death, Dezirae Andersen had posted a job search on a platform for performers. In it, she wrote, “I am looking to start a new career as an actor, model or even voice-over talent. I really hope to be given the opportunity to prove myself. I am hardworking and meticulous. I am outgoing and cheerful.”
