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Influencer Valeria Márquez Shot Dead on TikTok Live in Mexico

23-year-old Valeria Márquez was murdered during a livestream, raising concerns about violence against women in Mexico.


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Valeria Márquez, a 23-year-old influencer, was shot dead on TikTok during a live stream at her beauty salon in Guadalajara. Prior to her killing, she expressed fear about a potential threat. The incident has drawn attention to gender-based violence in Mexico, where femicides remain a severe issue. Authorities are investigating the murder, classifying it as a possible femicide, as the region is known for cartel violence. Calls for justice are multiplying, alongside a concern for the safety of women in the country.

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Márquez's death underscores a troubling trend of rising violence against women in Mexico, exacerbated by a deeply ingrained culture of gender-based violence and systemic issues within law enforcement.

The recent murders of public figures and influencers indicate a broader societal problem where women's lives are undervalued, and state actors often fail to take adequate protective measures or investigate effectively.

Calls for justice highlight the need for comprehensive reforms to address the root causes of femicide and improve accountability for perpetrators.

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