Social Media Influencer Killed During Livestream.

Valeria Marquez, a 23-year-old social media influencer from Mexico, was tragically killed on Wednesday while live streaming on TikTok from her beauty salon in Guadalajara. Authorities are investigating the case as a femicide, a gender-based killing.

The Jalisco state prosecutor’s office confirmed that a man entered Marquez’s salon in Zapopan and opened fire during her live broadcast. The livestream abruptly ended, and police arrived shortly after, confirming her death.

Details remain limited as forensic experts continue their investigation and no suspect has been named. Local reports suggest the attacker may have gained entry under false pretenses.

This incident highlights the persistent issue of gender-based violence in Mexico, where the United Nations estimates that an average of 10 women and girls are murdered daily. The loss of Ms. Marquez underscores the urgency of addressing this critical problem.