Valeria Marquez, a 23-year-old Mexican social media influencer, was tragically shot and killed while livestreaming on TikTok at her beauty salon in Guadalajara, Mexico. The shocking event took place in the suburb of Zapopan, leaving her followers and the public heartbroken.
Shot While Livestreaming With a Stuffed Toy
Valeria Marquez was sitting at a table, holding a stuffed animal and chatting with her audience during a livestream from her salon when a man suddenly entered. According to the Jalisco state prosecutor’s office, the man fired a gun at her, killing her on the spot.
The video continued for a few seconds after the shooting until someone picked up the phone and stopped the livestream. Local media reports suggest the man approached pretending to deliver a gift.
Police Arrived Within Minutes
The police reached the scene around 6:30 PM local time (12:30 GMT) and confirmed Valeria’s death. Forensic teams are now investigating the crime, and the case is being treated as femicide – a gender-based killing of a woman.
No Known Threats or Suspect So Far
So far, no suspect has been named by the authorities. The mayor of Zapopan, Juan José Frangie, mentioned that Valeria had not reported any threats or sought help from local authorities before the incident.
Gender-Based Violence in Mexico Remains a Crisis
Femicide is a growing concern in Mexico. According to the United Nations, around 10 women or girls are murdered each day in the country, often by partners or family members. Valeria’s death has now added to that grim statistic.
Fans Mourn Valeria Marquez‘s Death Online
Valeria had nearly 200,000 followers on TikTok and Instagram. Her fans have been expressing their grief and disbelief online, mourning the sudden loss of a young woman who brought smiles through her beauty content and social media presence.
