Mexican influencer Cesar Gastelum, known for his comedy videos, was shot and killed while livestreaming outside a Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant in Culiacan, Sinaloa. According to multiple reports, Gastelum had over 650,000 followers on TikTok and was broadcasting with two friends dressed as delivery workers as part of a challenge.
Key Takeaways
Mexican influencer Cesar Gastelum was shot and killed while livestreaming outside a Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant in Culiacan, Sinaloa. Gastelum had over 650,000 followers on TikTok and was broadcasting with two friends dressed as delivery workers during the incident.
- Mexican influencer Cesar Gastelum shot dead during a livestream in Culiacan, Sinaloa
- Attack occurred when two helmeted riders on a motorcycle opened fire at Gastelum
- Local authorities are investigating possible links to organized crime and cartel violence
- President Claudia Sheinbaum vowed to arrest the perpetrators of this deplorable homicide
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▼Source Claims Check
1 Difference FoundAll 9 publishers report consistent facts across 4 key claims. 1 point of difference noted.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attack Details | 1 Difference | Majority reports two helmeted riders; Los Angeles Times says he was targeted by assassins | ▼ |
| Victim Identity | Broad Agreement | Cesar Gastelum was the victim | |
| Location Of Attack | Broad Agreement | Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant in Culiacan, Sinaloa | |
| Number Of Followers | Broad Agreement | Gastelum had over 650,000 TikTok followers | |
| Investigation Details | Broad Agreement | 'The lines of investigation include numerous publications, some of which refer to a criminal group.… |
Attack Details
▼Majority reports two helmeted riders; Los Angeles Times says he was targeted by assassins
Victim Identity
Broad AgreementCesar Gastelum was the victim
Location Of Attack
Broad AgreementKentucky Fried Chicken restaurant in Culiacan, Sinaloa
Number Of Followers
Broad AgreementGastelum had over 650,000 TikTok followers
Investigation Details
Broad Agreement'The lines of investigation include numerous publications, some of which refer to a criminal group.' - Mexico's Security Cabinet posted on X.
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The attack occurred when a motorcycle carrying two helmeted riders pulled up beside them. Video footage showed one rider firing directly at Gastelum, who was later confirmed dead by local police. The livestream was halted and removed by TikTok, though images and videos of the incident continued to circulate online.
Local authorities initially reported the death of a delivery worker due to their costumes but later identified the victim as Gastelum. The attack took place in a busy shopping plaza near the Sinaloa prosecutor's office in Culiacan, prompting the deployment of soldiers and police for security. Forensic experts collected evidence and removed the body from the scene.
Investigators are examining whether Gastelum's social media posts referring to a faction of the Sinaloa Cartel were connected to his killing. Minutes before the attack, the livestream captured a moment where one of Gastelum's companions expressed concern about two men on a motorcycle, saying 'No, listen, I got a really bad feeling... Those guys scare me.' Shortly afterward, the two men returned and opened fire.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum vowed to find out why this deplorable homicide occurred and that perpetrators must be arrested. The incident is part of a string of attacks on Mexican influencers allegedly connected to gang violence. Earlier in 2025, beauty influencer Valeria Marquez was also shot dead while livestreaming on TikTok in Jalisco.
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