WAPA-TV, Police Superintendent Pedro Toledo stated that he would look into what he called false accusations as well as the possibility of pressing perjury charges. He said he would not tolerate the use of public resources for publicity purposes. A subsequent investigation by the FSI conclusively determined that someone had indeed doused Rivera's garments with pepper spray. Lt. Eddie Hernández, a Puerto Rico Police spokesman, stated on December 19, 2007, that "Miss Puerto Rico Universe was speaking the truth. She was being sincere about the allegations." Evidence has been forwarded to the district attorney's office for possible criminal prosecution. Miss Universe 2008 On July 8, 2008, Rivera participated in Miss Universe's preliminary pageant, in the swimsuit and gala competitions, where she wore a dress composed of several golden metal rings. This stage also included an interview with the jury. Following the conclusion the preliminary stage, Rivera's parents joined her in Vietnam. Despite being considered a big favorite Rivera did not advance to the semifinals, which caused surprise among the local media as well as her family. Subsequently, she expressed satisfaction with her performance but also expressed disbelief for her elimination in the final stages of competition. Rivera returned to Puerto Rico on July 26, 2008. She subsequently noted that several work proposals had been presented to her, which were under consideration. Rivera was scheduled to attend Televisa auditions in November 2008, and was to move to either the United States or Mexico depending on the result. Beauty titles Miss Barranquitas World 2002 (designated) Miss Puerto Rico Hawaiian Tropic 2002 (designated) Miss Puerto Rico Global Queen 2003 (designated) Miss Global Queen 2003 Miss Dorado World 2005 (designated) Miss World Puerto Rico 2005 Miss World Caribbean 2005 Miss Dorado Universe 2008 (designated) Miss Puerto Rico 2008 Personal life Ingrid was born October 8, 1983, in Luquillo, Puerto Rico to Elba Santos and John Rivera. Currently lives in Mexico City where she began a career as an actress in soap operas. References External links Ingrid's bio on the Miss World Website Living people 1983 births People from Luquillo, Puerto Rico Puerto Rican people of Spanish descent Puerto Rican female models Miss Puerto Rico winners Miss World 2005 delegates Beauty pageant controversies Miss Universe 2008 contestants Puerto Rican emigrants to Mexico