First Arrest in TikTok Influencer César Gastélum's Killing

Mexican authorities arrested the first alleged shooter in TikTok influencer César Gastélum's killing during a Puebla operation. One suspect died; two were detained. Gastélum, who had over 600,000 followers, was fatally shot by two helmeted motorcyclists during a live stream in Culiacán, Sinaloa, on August 4, 2026. A cell leader tied to the CJNG cartel was separately arrested.