Livestream Turns Deadly
TikTok influencer shot during livestream—Valeria Marquez killed in her Zapopan beauty salon, shocking followers nationwide. She was just 23.
Marquez had been opening a small stuffed animal package on camera, joking with fans. Seconds later, a gunman entered and shot her. Blood pooled on the desk as the live stream continued.
Someone eventually ended the stream by picking up her phone.
Police Investigating as Femicide
Authorities from Jalisco confirmed that the case is being investigated as a suspected femicide — a gender-based killing of a woman.
Marquez had over 100,000 followers on Instagram. Her death has sparked fresh outrage in a country already battling widespread violence against women.
Second Killing in Days
Just days earlier, another Mexican woman — a mayoral candidate in Veracruz — was killed during her own livestream. Three others died in that attack.
These killings highlight the growing danger women face in public and online spaces across Mexico.
Grim Numbers on Femicides
In 2020, about 25% of female homicides in Mexico were classified as femicides. Every one of Mexico’s 32 states reported such cases.
In 2024, there were 847 femicide cases reported. In the first quarter of 2025, 162 cases have already been logged.
Authorities Under Pressure
Rights groups say Mexico’s justice system struggles to investigate and prosecute these crimes. In 2022, violence claimed the lives of nearly 4,000 women. Only about 67% of those cases led to a verdict, according to Human Rights Watch.
The biggest challenge, advocates say, is building stronger investigative capacity and protecting victims.
Final Words
Valeria Marquez’s shocking death during a live video has become a grim symbol of Mexico’s deep-rooted crisis. Her story has touched many — and ignited calls for urgent action.
Source: CNN