Mexican influencer shot dead while streaming live on social media
Summary
César Gastélum, a popular Mexican influencer, was shot and killed while live-streaming outside a restaurant in Culiacán, Sinaloa. The local police are investigating the murder amid ongoing violent fights between cartel groups in the area.Key Facts
- César Gastélum had about 600,000 followers on TikTok and made comedy videos.
- He was filming with two friends dressed as food delivery drivers when he was shot at close range by people on a motorcycle.
- Sinaloa state has seen increased violence due to battles between factions of the Sinaloa cartel.
- Mexican security officials are analyzing Gastélum’s social media posts and video evidence to find those responsible.
- Since September 2024, at least 12 influencers have been killed in Culiacán due to cartel conflicts.
- Influencers in other states like Jalisco have also been targeted and killed while live-streaming.
- Authorities recently arrested a criminal leader connected to the Jalisco cartel, linked to other high-profile murders.
- Mexico’s president of Mexico City, Claudia Sheinbaum, said investigators are working to identify the killers and understand the motive.
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