Beauty Influencer Fatally Shot During Live TikTok Stream in Mexico

A young beauty influencer, Valeria Marquez, was fatally shot during a live TikTok broadcast at her beauty salon in Jalisco, Mexico, on May 14, 2025. The Jalisco security coordinator, Roberto Alarcon, confirmed that the prosecutor's office is investigating the incident as a potential femicide. While the exact motive remains undisclosed, the video captures Marquez's final moments, adding a tragic dimension to the story. The UN's statistic of approximately 10 women or girls being killed daily in Mexico underscores the gravity of the situation. This case highlights the ongoing issue of gender-based violence in the region and the need for increased awareness and action.