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Time of India
13 hours ago
- Time of India
Influencer Gabriel Sarmiento Gunned Down Mid-Livestream After Exposing Gangs
/ Jun 25, 2025, 01:54PM IST A Venezuelan influencer was killed on TikTok Live after repeatedly speaking out against gangs and corrupt police. Gabriel Jesús Sarmiento, 25, was mid-livestream when gunmen opened fire — the moment was captured on camera. Authorities confirmed the case is under investigation, and family members say he received prior death threats. The shocking footage and its aftermath have sparked online outrage, raising serious questions about freedom of speech, law enforcement, and gang violence in Venezuela.
Mint
18 hours ago
- Politics
- Mint
Venezuelan TikTok influencer shot dead during livestream after criticising gangs, police
A 25-year-old Venezuelan TikTok influencer was shot dead during a livestream, moments after reportedly speaking out against organised criminal gangs and their alleged ties with law enforcement. The horrifying incident, which unfolded in real time on social media, is now under investigation by Venezuela's Attorney General. Gabriel Jesús Sarmiento, known for his bold commentary on corruption and gang activity, was allegedly attacked by two gunmen at his home in Venezuela while he was live on TikTok. According to People, the country's Attorney General, Tarek William Saab, confirmed the investigation and stated that the matter is being handled by the Public Prosecutor's Office. In his videos, Sarmiento frequently criticised the influence of gangs like 'El Tren de Aragua' and 'El Tren del Llano,' and had alleged that some police officers were colluding with these criminal groups. Authorities noted that Sarmiento had previously reported threats from gang members and certain individuals posing as police. Disturbing footage from the livestream shows a woman, identified as his mother, screaming and banging on a door. Moments later, a man is heard asking what happened before Sarmiento yells, 'They shot me!' The stream abruptly ends after two armed men briefly appear on screen. His family claims he was shot at least nine times. His mother was also injured in the attack, reportedly shot in the abdomen. The video has since been widely circulated on social media, sparking outrage and drawing attention to growing concerns around safety, censorship, and gang violence in parts of Latin America. Local media reports suggest the killing may have been linked to Sarmiento's outspoken criticism of criminal networks and his allegations against corrupt officials. The White House has designated Tren de Aragua as a terrorist organisation, with US officials describing it as a 'regime-sponsored narco-terrorism enterprise' operating out of Venezuela. The group has been accused of carrying out brutal crimes, including murder, kidnapping, extortion, and trafficking of humans, drugs, and weapons, the People reported.
Hindustan Times
20 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Venezuelan influencer who criticized gangs, police killed by 2 gunmen in middle of TikTok livestream
Jun 25, 2025 08:30 AM IST A 25-year-old Venezuelan influencer ended up filming his own assassination after he was killed by two gunmen while on a TikTok livestream. Following the horrifying incident, Venezuela's Attorney General Tarek William Saab announced on social media that the death of 25-year-old Gabriel Jesús Sarmiento was being investigated by the prosecutor's office, reported the People. 25-year-old Venezuelan influencer Gabriel Jesús Sarmiento was killed during a TikTok livestream. (Screengrab (X))
