Colombian social media influencer María José Estupiñán tragically lost her life at the young age of 22 after being shot in her own home. The President of the National Gender Commission of the Colombian Judiciary, Magda Victoria Acosta, revealed that Estupiñán was killed by a suspect disguised as a delivery man who opened fire on her when she answered the door.
Describing Estupiñán as a promising young woman with a bright future ahead of her, Acosta expressed deep sorrow over the senseless act of violence that cut short her dreams. It was disclosed that Estupiñán was involved in a domestic violence case and was on the verge of receiving financial compensation as a result. She was a student at a university near the Venezuela border in Cúcuta.
The incident has sparked outrage and condemnation from the National Gender Commission, with Acosta emphasizing their strong stance against such heinous crimes. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding Estupiñán’s tragic death, although it has not been confirmed whether it is being treated as a femicide case.
In a chillingly similar event just days prior, influencer Valeria Márquez was shot and killed during a livestream in Mexico. The spokesperson for the Jalisco State Prosecutor’s Office, Denis Rodríguez, revealed that Márquez’s death is still under investigation. The details of the incident suggest that she may have been targeted by hired assassins posing as delivery drivers.
During the livestream, Márquez expressed fear and suspicion as the men arrived at the salon where she was broadcasting. The prosecutor’s office believes that the men returned to the scene to specifically target Márquez, indicating a premeditated attack. The tragic event was captured on video and circulated online, leading to a widespread outcry over the senseless violence.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has pledged to assist local authorities in apprehending the individuals responsible for Márquez’s murder. The investigation is currently being treated as a potential femicide case, highlighting the ongoing issue of gender-based violence in the country.
As the world mourns the loss of these two young women, it serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that many individuals, especially women, face on a daily basis. The fight against gender-based violence continues as authorities work tirelessly to bring justice to the victims and their families.
