Murder of Colombian model sparks outrage over rising femicides

María José Estupiñán, 22, was killed by a suspect who arrived at her house disguised as a delivery man, police say

The murder of a Colombian model and influencer, now being investigated as a possible femicide, has triggered widespread outrage and renewed criticism of the country’s failure to protect women.

María José Estupiñán, a 22-year-old student, model and influencer from the north-eastern city of Cúcuta, was killed on 15 May. According to the police, the suspect arrived at her house disguised as a delivery man and shot Estupiñán in the face when she opened the door. Surveillance camera footage showed the suspect fleeing shortly afterwards.

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