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Al Bawaba
19-05-2025
- Al Bawaba
Video: Colombian influencer La Mona shot dead outside her home
Published May 19th, 2025 - 10:59 GMT ALBAWABA - 22-year-old Colombian influencer Maria Jose Estupinan Sanchez, best known as "La Mona," was tragically shot dead outside her home in Cucuta, Colombia, earlier this week, sparking widespread anger across social media. According to local news outlet Noticias Caracol, the man disguised as a delivery person approached La Mona with a fake present, then shot her dead after closing the distance. A video of the horrifying incident flooded social media, capturing the sound of two gunshots as the Colombian influencer's screams echoed across the area. Colombian influencer "La Mona" was tragically shot outside her home at just 22. The assailant approached with a box of chocolates, claiming it was a gift. After she took one, he opened fire, leaving gunshots and screams in his wake. 😳💔 🕊️ — Rain Drops Media (@Raindropsmedia1) May 18, 2025 Local reports added that Sanchez was rushed to the hospital but succumbed to her wounds later. According to the Cucuta Metropolitan Police and security footage, Sanchez was shot at around 1 PM before the suspect fled the scene on foot. Additionally, reports claim that this comes after Sanchez won a domestic abuse case against her boyfriend and secured a payout of 30 million COP (around $7,000). Local police have named Sanchez's ex-boyfriend as the main suspect behind the tragic shooting, though the investigations are still ongoing. The suspect has been described as a man wearing a black cap, jeans, and a backpack. Last week, a similar incident took the internet by storm after a 23-year-old Mexican influencer called Valeria Marquez was shot dead while livestreaming on TikTok. A video of the incident went viral on social media, causing panic among her fans. Several social media users condemned both acts and urged the influencers' local governments to take the proper action against the suspects. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
News18
19-05-2025
- News18
Colombian Influencer Shot Dead At Point-Blank Range Outside Home By Man Posing As Delivery Agent
Last Updated: Maria Jose Estupinan Sanchez, a 22-year-old influencer, was fatally shot outside her home in Colombia. Authorities suspect her ex-boyfriend after her recent legal victory. Maria Jose Estupinan Sanchez, a 22-year-old social media influencer, was fatally shot outside her home in Colombia last week, as reports. Sanchez, a seventh-semester Social Communication student at the University of Pamplona, was shot dead at point-blank range by a man Authorities say that the suspect, posing as a deliveryman, approached her home in the La Riviera neighbourhood in Cucuta, claiming to deliver a gift. According to security footage cited by Noticias Caracol, the suspect shot Sanchez at point-blank range before fleeing on foot. Despite being rushed to the hospital, she succumbed to her injuries. This tragic event followed her recent courtroom victory in a domestic abuse case against her ex-boyfriend, where she secured a payout of 30 million COP (approximately USD 7,000). Authorities are now investigating the ex-boyfriend as a key suspect, believing the legal win may be connected to her murder, as reported by Canal TRO. However, no arrests have been confirmed thus far. The prime suspect, seen in security footage, is described as a man wearing a black cap, jacket, jeans, and carrying a backpack. Magda Victoria Acosta, president of the National Gender Commission of the Judicial Branch, condemned Sanchez's murder during a conference in Cúcuta, calling it a tragic loss. The public has expressed grief over Sanchez's death, particularly on social media, where she frequently posted about her modelling work and student life. Authorities continue to investigate the case, with no official motive confirmed yet. Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from geopolitics to diplomacy and global trends. Stay informed with the latest world news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! Location : Colombia First Published: May 19, 2025, 10:54 IST
NDTV
19-05-2025
- NDTV
Colombian Influencer Shot Dead Outside Home By Man Posing As Delivery Man
Bogota: Maria Jose Estupinan Sanchez, a 22-year-old social media influencer, was fatally shot outside her home in Cucuta, Colombia, earlier this week. Sanchez was at home in the La Riviera neighbourhood when a man posing as a deliveryman approached her with a fake present and shot her from close range, local media outlet Noticias Caracol reported. The footage of a security camera installed in the neighbourhood showed the suspect running away from Sanchez's home after shooting her, as her loud cries for help echo in the background. Asesinan a otra Influencer, el agresor fingió ser un repartidor. María José Estupiñan conocida como 'la mona' fue asesinada en Cúcuta Colombia el pasado 15 de mayo por la mañana. A través de redes sociales de difundieron imágenes del momento en que el presunto feminicida huye. — Juan Carlos Robles (@JuanCarlosRR_Tv) May 17, 2025 Per the report, Sanchez was rushed to the hospital soon after the incident but succumbed to her injuries later. The incident happened around 1:00 PM local time, according to police. "She was killed by a man who pretended to be delivering a package," Colonel Leonardo Capacho of Cucuta's Metropolitan Police said. The attack on the influencer came a day after she reportedly won a domestic abuse case against her ex-boyfriend, securing a payout of 30 million COP (approximately USD 7,000), local media reports said. Authorities are now probing the ex-boyfriend as a key suspect as they believe the courtroom win might have any connection to her murder, per a report by Canal TRO. However, no arrests have been confirmed so far. Police are looking for the prime suspect seen in security footage wearing a black cap with a jacket, jeans, and a backpack. Sanchez, a seventh-semester student studying Social Communication at the University of Pamplona, frequently posted about her life as a model and a student on social media, earning her many followers. The attack on Sanchez came days after Mexican influencer Valeria Marquez was fatally shot during a live stream. The TikTokker was also targeted by a man posing as a deliveryman. Her murder was labelled a 'Femicide' and is being investigated.
Hindustan Times
18-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Who was Maria Jose Estupinan? Columbian influencer shot days after Valeria Marquez's killing
Maria Jose Estupinan Sanchez, a 22-year-old university student and social media influencer, was fatally shot outside her home in Cucuta, Norte de Santander, earlier this week, local media outlet Noticias Caracol reported, quoting Colonel Leonardo Capacho, commander of District One of the Cucuta Metropolitan Police. This comes days after Mexican influencer Valeria Marquez died after being shot during a live-stream. According to the Noticias Caracol report, Estupinan was shot by a man posing as a deliveryman. The killing was captured on security footage and authorities are investigating the incident. Estupinan, a seventh-semester communication social student at the University of Pamplona, was at home in the La Riviera neighborhood when a man, dressed as a delivery worker, approached around 1:00 PM local time, claiming to deliver a gift, according to TuBarco Noticias. Security footage obtained by Noticias Caracol shows the suspect shooting her at point-blank range before fleeing on foot. She was rushed to a hospital but succumbed to her injuries, per Vanguardia. Local media outlets further added that Estupinan was shot a day after she won a domestic abuse case against her ex-boyfriend, securing a court-ordered payout of 30 million COP (approximately $7,000 USD). Authorities are reportedly investigating the ex-boyfriend as a key suspect, though no arrests have been confirmed, per Canal TRO. The suspect's escape was recorded, showing him sprinting through nearby streets, per TuBarco Noticias. Magda Victoria Acosta, president of the National Gender Commission of the Judicial Branch, condemned the murder during a Cúcuta conference on ethical standards, calling it a tragic loss, per local media outlets. Estupinan's social media presence, where she shared her modeling work and student life, has fueled public grief. The suspect has been described as 'a man in a black cap, jacket, and jeans, carrying a backpack'. The investigation is ongoing, with no motive officially confirmed.
