Netherland queen’s sister found dead in her apartment at the age of 33

The younger sister of Queen Maxima of the Netherlands has died at the age of 33. A spokesperson confirmed the news saying, “we have to announce that the queen’s sister died in Buenos Aires.”

Queen Maxima and her sister, Ines Zorreguieta, were both born into an Argentinian family. The queen has cancelled all her scheduled appearances until June 15, including visits to Latvia, Estonia and Lithuania, a palace statement said.  Her husband, King Willem-Alexander will now make the appearances alone.

In a message of condolence, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte described the news as “a big shock.’’

Broadcaster NOS reported that Zorreguieta had been receiving treatment for psychiatric problems.  The palace spokesperson said the death was a “suspected suicide.’’