43-year-old teacher is found dead in her home after a fire; RS police investigate The Civil Police are in the final stretch of the investigation into the murder of teacher Glória Werkhausen, 43 years old. The woman was found dead inside her own house, where she lived alone, after a fire in Constantina, in the north of Rio Grande do Sul, on the 12th. The case is treated as feminicide. According to delegate Cristiano De Bone, there is no doubt that the perpetrator of the crime is Márcio Oliveira dos Santos, Glória's ex-husband. He has been in prison since the 16th. ? Access the g1 RS channel on WhatsApp g1 sought the man's defense, who sent a note (read in full below) in which he "vehemently denies any relationship (of the person being investigated) with the death of his ex-partner". The defense also says that it did not have access to any new elements of the investigation. The ex-husband would have acted alone. According to the Civil Police, the expert report confirmed that the cause of death was asphyxia due to strangulation. According to forensics, after killing his ex-partner, the suspect allegedly set fire to the property in an attempt to alter the crime scene and make the work of the authorities more difficult. Glória's sister, Glaucia Werkhausen, states that she had not reported any threats and that the couple had no history of violence or protective measures. Santos was arrested on the morning of July 16 in Constantina. He had been admitted to the hospital since the early hours of the 15th and, after being discharged and released, he was taken to the Constantina Police Station by Civil Police agents. On the same day, teams also carried out investigations at the residence of the person being investigated and carried out searches. READ ALSO: Ex-husband of teacher found dead after fire is arrested 'He took care of everyone as if they were children': who was the teacher Police investigate the cause of death Who was the teacher Mother of two children, Glória was loved by the community and was known for treating students as if they were her own. "She loved her profession. She had those children as her children, she took care of everyone. She really liked dancing, having fun, she was always in a good mood. There was no problem that let her down", highlights her sister. Her friends also have good memories. "Her smile, strength and desire to live were remarkable. She was an exemplary professional, very caring and committed to her work. She was an incredible person, friendly to everyone, always smiling", says Alexandra Rissoto. In addition to encouraging her students, she also motivated her friends: "I really enjoyed playing sports, especially volleyball, and she left a very beautiful legacy in this area as well, because she made this sport a moment of friendship", reports Cristina Borth. For a period, Glória served as director of the Municipal School of Early Childhood Education (Emei) Primeiros Passos, where she will be remembered as a professional who welcomed children and families. “He made a difference because of the way he led and the care he had for everyone”, highlights Cristina. Constantina City Hall issued a note of condolence and described Glória as "a professional who leaves a legacy of dedication and commitment". Read below. The teacher's body was laid to rest on the 13th at the Lutheran Church of Novo Xingu and was buried in the municipality's cemetery. Glória Werkhausen, 43 years old Personal file Note from the suspect's defense "Mr. Márcio Oliveira dos Santos's technical defense is publicly presenting its counterpoint. It is explained, initially, that Márcio's arrest is of a temporary nature and is intended to guarantee the regularity of the ongoing investigations, and cannot be treated as a presumption of “guilt”. It is also noted that the person under investigation vehemently denies any relationship with the death of his former partner, being available to the authorities for the pertinent clarifications. By the way, it is highlighted that the person being investigated has collaborated with the investigations, having given statements without the presence of a lawyer and spontaneously providing the passwords for his cell phones. Finally, the need for the investigations to proceed legally and with the full and impartial investigation of all hypotheses and investigative lines that arise during police work is noted." José Paulo Schneider OAB/RS 102.244 Note from the city hall "The City Hall of Constantina, through the Municipal Department of Education, expresses deep regret for the death of teacher Gloria Werkhausen, an effective employee of the Municipal Education Network, who dedicated many years of her life to education. In this moment of sadness, we express our solidarity with her family, friends, co-workers and the entire school community, wishing strength and comfort to face this irreparable loss. In respect for the memory of teacher Gloria Werkhausen and In honor of her dedication to public service, there will be no classes in the Municipal Education Network this Monday, in the morning and afternoon shifts. The Municipal Administration is grateful for the relevant services provided to Constantina's education and pays tribute to a professional who leaves a legacy of dedication and commitment.