<p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr">In a shocking and heartbreaking scene, 23-year-old Mexican influencer and beauty expert Valeria Marquez was killed during a live broadcast from her salon, "Blossom - The Beauty Lounge," in the Mexican state of Jalisco. Valeria was interacting with her fans on TikTok when she suddenly appeared stressed before being attacked in a bloody attack that ended her life instantly.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The broadcast did not stop at that moment, but rather documented the final moments of the incident, as the sound of a shot in her stomach was heard, followed by two bullets to her head, and then her falling to the ground, before an unknown woman appeared and turned off the camera.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Crime details: Armed attack and escape on a motorcycle</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> According to Infobae, an unidentified man entered the salon carrying what appeared to be a gift before opening fire directly at Valeria. After the crime, the perpetrator fled on a motorcycle and has yet to be arrested. Mexican police cordoned off the scene and launched an urgent investigation, with teams deployed throughout the area to search for any leads leading to the suspect.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Although the ambulance arrived quickly, Valeria was already dead and was pronounced dead at the scene.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Shock and grief on social media: Calls for justice and protection for influencers</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Valeria's sudden passing sparked a wave of grief and anger on social media, with thousands of followers expressing their shock at the horrific way her life ended. Many called for enhanced security for content creators, especially those who share details of their lives online daily, potentially exposing them to unexpected risks.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Who is Valeria Márquez? A short but influential life</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Valeria Marquez was known for her passion for beauty and makeup. She ran a successful beauty salon, in addition to her daily social media activity. She amassed over 110,000 followers on TikTok and 222,000 followers on Instagram, sharing skincare and makeup tips, as well as glimpses into her personal life.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Her tragic death has raised questions about the safety of influencers living in the digital spotlight, amid growing calls for stricter laws against online and offline violence.<br></p>