# Mexican influencer César Gastélum shot in the head during livestream

https://mins.news/en/item/17178

- CNN, 2026-08-08 23:30 UTC
- Society
- Original: https://www.cnn.com/2026/08/08/americas/mexico-influencer-killing-cartel-latam-intl?Date=20260808&Profile=CNN

> Mexican influencer César Gastélum was livestreaming outside a fast-food restaurant when two men on a motorcycle stopped beside him. The men pulled out a gun and shot Gastélum in the head. The incident occurred while he was broadcasting live from outside the restaurant.

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