César Gastélum murdered during live stream in Culiacán

César Gastélum Culiacán influencer murder Sinaloa Cartel live stream attack

Influencer César Gastélum, 25, was shot and killed on August 4, 2026, while conducting a live stream on the Kick platform in Culiacán, Sinaloa. The attack occurred near a fast-food restaurant in the Tres Ríos sector. Two individuals on a motorcycle approached the group; one assailant reportedly shot Gastélum in the head before fleeing. His companions were uninjured but reported being in shock.

Mexican federal authorities and the Sinaloa State Prosecutor's Office are investigating the murder. The federal security cabinet is examining whether the killing is linked to organized crime, specifically focusing on Gastélum's social media content and potential ties to the Sinaloa Cartel's ongoing internal conflicts between the 'Los Chapitos' and 'Los Mayos' factions. This incident follows a similar high-profile murder of influencer Valeria Márquez.

In response to the violence, municipal police have increased patrols and surveillance in the Tres Ríos area, with a specific focus on monitoring motorcycles. As of several days after the incident, no arrests have been made. Authorities are currently reviewing security footage and the video of the live stream to identify the perpetrators.

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Alejandro Fierro · Claudia Sheinbaum · Culiacán · César Gastélum · Sinaloa · Sinaloa Cartel

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[○ 1 SOURCE] As of three days after the incident, no suspects have been detained. www.sdpnoticias.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The homicide occurred near a KFC restaurant in the Tres Ríos sector of Culiacán. lanigua.com.mx · segundoasegundo.com · www.sdpnoticias.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The attack was captured during a live stream on the Kick platform. lanigua.com.mx · esport1.hu · segundoasegundo.com
[● 2 SOURCES] The Mexican Security Cabinet is participating in the investigation of the homicide. lanigua.com.mx · www.sdpnoticias.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Authorities are examining Gastélum's social media posts as part of the investigation. lanigua.com.mx
[○ 1 SOURCE] Police presence and patrols have been reinforced in the Tres Ríos sector of Culiacán. www.sdpnoticias.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The attackers arrived on a motorcycle and one of them shot Gastélum in the head. lanigua.com.mx · www.haberaktuel.com · turquesanews.mx
[○ 1 SOURCE] Federal authorities are investigating the possible connection between the murders of César Gastélum and Valeria Márquez to drug cartels. www.haberaktuel.com