A former Mexican beauty queen has been tragically killed in her luxury apartment, with her mother-in-law now under investigation as the primary suspect. Carolina Flores Gomez, 27, was discovered with a fatal gunshot wound to the head last Thursday in her residence located in one of Mexico City's most affluent neighborhoods, according to local outlet Reporte Indigo.
Details of the Incident
Authorities believe that Gomez, who was crowned Miss Teen Universe for northern Mexico's Baja California state in 2017, was murdered in front of her infant child a day before the authorities were alerted. This delay has raised suspicions regarding why her husband, Alejandro Gomez, waited so long to report the crime. Investigators suspect he was present at the time of the murder, along with his mother, Erika Maria, who is considered the prime suspect.
Lack of Witnesses
Building staff at the high-end residential complex in Polanco, a district known for its wealth and security, did not report hearing any gunshots or unusual activity. Forensic teams have since meticulously searched the apartment for evidence.
According to The Daily Beast, authorities have stated that both the victim's husband and mother-in-law were present during the alleged killing. As of now, no arrests or charges have been made in connection with Gomez's death.
Background and Reactions
Gomez originally hailed from Ensenada in Baja California, as reported by Puntual. Baja California Governor Marina del Pilar Avila has been among those demanding a swift and thorough investigation. “No crime against a woman should go unpunished. Our thoughts are with her family during this devastating time,” Avila told reporters.
