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Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
How did Ariela La Langosta die? Westchester County Police's statement after NY influencer's death; ‘Not a random act'
Ariela La Langosta, a social media personality who appeared in rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine's 2023 music video Wapae, passed away at the age of 33. Ariela La Langosta found dead in her car on the Cross County Parkway on Sunday.(Ariela La Langosta/Instagram) According to the Westchester County Police Department in New York, the model, whose true name is Ariela Mejia-Polanco, was discovered dead in her car on the Cross County Parkway on August 17. The Police Department posted a statement on Facebook, confirming that they conducted a preliminary investigation, determining that Ariela was 'likely targeted for violence' and died from gunshot wounds. 'The woman found deceased in her car on the Cross County Parkway on Sunday died as a result of gunshot wounds, the Westchester County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed today,' police stated. Stressing that her death was 'not a random act,' the police said that the General Investigations Unit investigators are still investigating the homicide. Other local, state, and federal law enforcement authorities have offered assistance to the police throughout the ongoing inquiry. Ariela La Langosta dies at 33: Police probe underway 'Due to that ongoing investigation, additional details are not being disclosed at this time,' police added. With over 566,000 Instagram followers, the social media celebrity frequently posted fashion and modeling-related posts. Also Read: 'What a weirdo'; James Comey's 'On Taylor Swift' video draws huge backlash, here's what he said Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine pays condolence Ariela La Langosta Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine paid his respects to his longtime pal on social media on Sunday night. He referred to her as a 'tremendous woman' and the 'queen of New York' in a number of videos posted to his Instagram Story. A sample of their favorite song, Aventura's early 2000s smash 'Obsesión,' was included with his tribute to the Dominican content creator, which read, 'You supported me in everything.' 'My sister. NY won't ever be the same. I loved you,' he added. Later, the rapper posted other videos of the model along with the Spanish phrases "Yo te ami" and "Mi nogra," which mean "I love you" and "My wife," respectively. Ikon New York in Inwood, where Ariela worked, also paid their tribute on Instagram on Sunday, saying: 'Today we lost our shining star.' 'Our hearts are broken. Your joy, your humility, and the way you treated everyone with so much care always made you stand out. Thank you for giving so much love and support to our home, which also became yours.'
New York Post
a day ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Influencer Ariela La Langosta, close friend of rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine, found dead in her car at 33
Social media star Ariela La Langosta, who starred in rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine's 'Wapae' music video in 2023, has died at age 33. The Dominican influencer's death was confirmed by the Westchester County Police Department in New York, who said the model — real name Ariela Mejia-Polanco — was found dead in her car on the Cross County Parkway Aug. 17. Following a preliminary investigation, police determined that Ariela died of gunshot wounds and was 'likely targeted for violence,' according to a statement shared on Facebook. 6 Social media star Ariela La Langosta has died at age 33. @ 'The woman found deceased in her car on the Cross County Parkway on Sunday died as a result of gunshot wounds, the Westchester County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed today,' police said in a statement. 'Her death was not a random act,' police said. 'The homicide remains under investigation by detectives from the General Investigations Unit. Assistance has been provided by other local, state and federal law enforcement agencies during in the continuing investigation.' 'Due to that ongoing investigation, additional details are not being disclosed at this time,' the statement concluded. The social media star boasted more than 566,000 followers on Instagram, where she regularly shared fashion and modeling content. Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine who rushed to social media Sunday night to pay his respects to his longtime friend. In a series of videos shared on his Instagram Story, the 'Mala' rapper called the content creator a 'tremendous woman' and the 'queen of New York.' 'You supported me in everything,' he wrote in his tribute, which was accompanied by a snippet of their favorite track, Aventura's early 2000s hit 'Obsesión.' 'My sister. NY won't ever be the same. I loved you,' he added. 6 The social media star boasted a close friendship with rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine. @6ix9ine/Instagram 6 The social media star's death was confirmed by the Westchester County Police Department, who said the model was found dead in her car with gunshot wounds. @ The rapper later shared more videos of the model, writing in Spanish, 'Yo te ami' and 'Mi nogra,' which translates to 'I love you' and 'My wife.' Ariela's workplace, Ikon New York in Inwood, took to social media to pay their respects. 'Today we lost our shining star,' the restaurant wrote on Instagram Sunday. 'Our hearts are broken. Your joy, your humility, and the way you treated everyone with so much care always made you stand out. Thank you for giving so much love and support to our home, which also became yours.' 6 The social media star had more than 566,000 followers on Instagram, where she regularly shared fashion and modeling content. @ 6 The rapper called the content creator a 'tremendous woman' and the 'queen of New York.' @6ix9ine/Instagram 'We still can't believe it… you were our smile, our happiness. We love you and we will miss you forever,' they added. The restaurant announced that it will temporarily shut its doors 'out of respect for one of our beloved team members who recently passed away.' 'She was a brilliant, humble soul with incredible energy — the kind of person who could light up any room she entered,' they wrote on Instagram Monday. Start your day with all you need to know Morning Report delivers the latest news, videos, photos and more. Thanks for signing up! Enter your email address Please provide a valid email address. By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Never miss a story. Check out more newsletters 'She will be deeply missed by all of us. Please take a moment to cherish and love your own loved ones. Life is precious.' Later that day, Queens-based lounge Starlet of NY also took to social media to honor the model, saying its staffers were 'deeply saddened by the loss.' 6 Following a preliminary investigation, police determined that Ariela died of gunshot wounds and was 'likely targeted for violence.' @ 'She was a one-of-a-kind soul—a beautiful friend, loving mother, and daughter whose smile and energy lit up every room she entered,' the nightclub wrote on Instagram read. 'Her energy will forever be missed, but her spirit will always live on with us.'
