Tremembé: Sandrão reveals details of love triangle with Suzane von Richthofen and Elize Matsunaga

Sandra Regina Ruiz Gomes, known as Sandrão, spoke for the first time about her romantic involvement with Suzane von Richthofen and Elize Matsunaga, on Penitenciária de Tremembé, in an interview with the program “Sunday Espetacular” on Record, aired on November 16, 2025. The former inmate, convicted of kidnapping and murder in 2003, revealed details of the love triangle that gained prominence with the series “Tremembé”, released on Prime Video. The production, inspired by real events, portrays the tensions and relationships between the three in prison. Sandrão0 stated that his closeness with Sandrão1 was intense, while with Sandrão2 it evolved into a friendship.

• Relationship with Suzane began in 2009, intensifying in 2014.
• With Elize, the romantic bond was brief, but the friendship remained.
• The series “Tremembé” dramatizes the case, with actresses like Marina Ruy Barbosa.

Beginning of the relationship

Sandrão met Elize Matsunaga on Tremembé, after being transferred to the penitentiary in 2011. The relationship began on a cold night when they shared a mattress, but it was short-lived, according to reports. The arrival of Suzane von Richthofen changed the dynamic, with Sandrão approaching her in 2009, during sunbathing and chess matches.

Life in prison

Sandrão highlighted the influence he had on Tremembé, being seen as a leader. Com Suzane signed a cohabitation agreement in 2014, allowing them to share the “love cage”, a wing for couples. The relationship with Suzane included joint work in the sewing workshop. Sandrão also mediated interviews for Suzane, such as Gugu Liberato in 2015. The R$20,000 commission for this interview generated friction between them.

End of relationship with Suzane

The relationship with Suzane ended in 2015, after the interview with Gugu. Sandrão cited social and financial differences as obstacles. “I didn’t have the structure to support her,” he said, highlighting his humble origins. The sewing machines given by Gugu became a source of dispute after the separation. Suzane demanded the return, but Sandrão claimed the right to mediate the agreement.

Current affairs of those involved

Sandrão has been on parole since 2015, living discreetly. Suzane, on parole since 2023, is married, has a child and studies Direito. Elize, free since 2022, works as an app driver. The series “Tremembé” brought the case back into the spotlight, with debates on social media.

Regret and feelings

Sandrão stated that Suzane expressed remorse for the murder of her parents, which occurred in 2002. “She said she loved her mother and suffered for what she did,” he reported. The former inmate also mentioned fear of their crimes, but highlighted their peaceful coexistence during their relationship.

Repercussion of the series

The series “Tremembé”, based on the books by Ulisses Campbell, premiered on October 31, 2025 and generated great repercussion. With actresses such as Letícia Rodrigues (Sandrão), Marina Ruy Barbosa (Suzane) and Carol Garcia (Elize), the production reignited public interest. Sandrão, however, keeps his distance from fame, focusing on his life after prison.