New York man shot, killed while visiting Puerto Rico for Bad Bunny concert: Reports
Police in Puerto Rico identified Kevin Mares as the victim in an early morning shooting in San Juan in which Mares appeared to be a bystander, according to The Associated Press and CBS News.
Police reportedly said Mares was shot at a club in La Perla, an impoverished neighborhood near old San Juan that has had a reputation for crime.
At least two others were injured in the shooting, according to reports. Late Aug. 10, police still hadn't identified a suspect in the shooting.
USA TODAY has contacted local police.
NY man was visiting Puerto Rico for Bad Bunny concert, family says
Mares' family said on a GoFundMe page that he was visiting the island to see Bad Bunny, the famous reggaeton artist who has scheduled 30 concerts in his native Puerto Rico.
Bad Bunny is in the midst of his "No Me Quiero Ir de Aquí" concert series at the José Miguel Agrelot Coliseum in San Juan that has drawn American tourists to the island.
The singer's next set of shows is slated for Aug. 15-17.
La Perla, where the shooting took place, is a seaside community along the northern outskirts of Old San Juan. The area has made headlines for similar crimes involving tourists. It was also made famous after being featured in the music video for "Despacito," a 2017 song by Puerto Rican singers Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee.
Puerto Rico shooting victim was planning to propose to girlfriend, family says
Mares was planning to propose to his girlfriend of six years in the fall, his family said on a GoFundMe page.
"Kevin Mares was a deeply loved son, devoted friend, and a source of inspiration to everyone who knew him," the page said. "His wholehearted kindness, adventurous spirit, and unwavering commitment to family made him a pillar of strength for his loved ones."
"Family was at the center of everything he did, and his sudden passing has left an unfillable void in our lives," it added.
Mares hoped to become a veterinarian, his mother, Sandra Mares, said in a social media post.
"Unfortunately he was not able to complete his dream," she said.
Melina Khan is a national trending reporter for USA TODAY. She can be reached at melina.khan@usatoday.com.
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