Elena Katherine Moore: Fitness trainer's cause of death finally revealed

The findings

It’s been a heavy few months following the disappearance of Elena Katherine Moore, but we finally have some answers. The 39-year-old South Carolina fitness trainer, who went missing this past June, passed away due to natural causes. Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher confirmed Friday that the cause of death was cardiac dysrhythmia—a heart condition involving an abnormal rhythm—paired with premature ventricular contractions.

There was no foul play involved. Officials performed an autopsy and found zero evidence of trauma, sexual assault, or strangulation. While toxicology reports did show alcohol in her system, no other substances were found.

Clearing the air

There had been a lot of gossip circulating about Moore’s husband, Brannon Slice, but the coroner is shutting that down for good. Real talk, the investigation found he was never a suspect. In fact, Coroner Fisher gave him his flowers, noting that he was the only one consistently trying to get Moore the help she needed while she was struggling with a severe mental health crisis. "The only person that really tried to help this girl to get her help through the system is her husband," Fisher stated.

The timeline

Moore had been involuntarily committed for a mental health crisis on June 5, 2026. She was discharged on June 11 and took a taxi to a local CVS where she previously worked. She eventually left the store and was later spotted on surveillance footage at a Planet Fitness and a parking lot before she was found deceased on June 17.

Coroner Fisher did raise major questions about the facility that discharged her, given the severity of her documented psychiatric and cardiac health history. It’s definitely giving major red flags that she was released in that state.

Why it matters

This case highlights the urgent need for better mental health oversight and support systems. It also serves as a reminder that online speculation can sometimes be totally off-base when a tragic situation unfolds. If you or someone you know is struggling, reaching out for support is never an L; it’s a vital move.