Suzane von Richthofen’s son turns 2 years old without his maternal surname in an open regime

Suzane von Richthofen, convicted of murdering her parents in 2002, gave birth to her first child in 2024, while serving an open sentence at the Tremembé Women’s Penitentiary, in the interior of São Paulo. The boy, named Felipe, was born at Albert Sabin Hospital, in Atibaia, under discretion and security measures. The decision not to include the von Richthofen surname on the certificate aims to protect the child from associations with the crime that marked the country 23 years ago.

Currently 2 years old, Felipe lives with his mother and father, neurologist Felipe Zecchini Muniz, in Águas de Lindóia, a spa town in São Paulo. Suzane, now known as Suzane Louise Magnani Muniz, adopted her husband’s and maternal grandmother’s surname to distance herself from the past. The family maintains a private routine, away from public appearances.

The relationship between Suzane and the doctor began in 2023, shortly after her progression to an open regime, granted by the São Paulo Court of Justice after compliance with legal requirements.

Discreet birth and early choices

The birth took place on January 27, 2024, with a coordinated medical team to avoid exposure. Felipe was named in honor of his father, reinforcing family ties.

The choice of the Muniz surname reflects concern about stigma. Civil records confirm the exclusion of von Richthofen, a practice permitted in stable unions.

Father Profile and Family Dynamics

Felipe Zecchini Muniz, 42 years old, works as a neurologist and approved a public competition in 2025 for the interior of São Paulo. The couple lives in a modest residence in the region.

He has sole custody of three daughters from a previous marriage, aged 9, 14 and 15, who live in the same house. The ex-partner tried to revert custody in 2023, but the court denied the request due to lack of evidence of risk.

• Girls participate in common school events.
• Suzane integrates domestic routine without reported conflicts.
• The doctor faced dismissal from a private clinic in 2023 due to professional incompatibility.

The initial coexistence generated family tensions, which were resolved in court.

Current routine in Águas de Lindóia

The move to Águas de Lindóia took place in February 2025, seeking tranquility in a city of 18 thousand inhabitants. Residents noticed the presence, but the family avoids public interactions.

Suzane attends Law classes at Universidade São Francisco, in Bragança Paulista, close to her residence. She maintains regular attendance and focuses on initial subjects.

The son Felipe, at 2 years old, follows typical development, with local pediatric consultationss. The family prioritizes indoor activities to preserve privacy.

Studies and Professional Enterprise

Suzane enrolled in Law in March 2024, after courses not completed in prison, such as pedagogy and biomedicine. The choice aims to qualify for public tenders.

She runs a personalized embroidery company, selling children’s items such as layettes and backpacks. The business operates online, with manual production at home.

• Monthly sales estimated at R$5,000 since 2024.
• Focus on baby products, aligned with maternity.
• E-commerce platform uses a neutral commercial name.

The enterprise supplements the family’s income, while the husband holds a public health position.

Relationship with brother and pending issues

Andreas von Richthofen, Suzane’s brother, manages an inheritance of R$10 million turned into debts. He lives isolated in São Paulo.

In September 2025, Suzane visited Andreas with her son to ask for forgiveness, but the meeting ended in a disagreement. Legal pending issues persist, including freezing of assets.

The family distance dates back to 2002 and affects the division of assets. Andreas prioritizes his own stability, without regular contact.

Recent Psychological Assessments

Reports from 2025 reaffirm regime progression, with tests such as Rorschach indicating low recurrence. Suzane describes herself as mature and restrained.

She converted to evangelicalism during her imprisonment, influencing her current routine. Annual evaluations monitor sentence completion.

The February 2025 document authorizes searches for pending assets due to change of address.