Mexican musician, pregnant wife, child and nanny killed in grisly shootings
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Key Points:
- Mexican musician Jonathan Meléndez, his pregnant wife Ana Paula, their 3-year-old daughter, the family nanny Aleida Romero Victorio, and their dog were found dead in an upscale Mexico City apartment in a suspected homicide.
- Three victims, including the child, were shot in the head, one was shot in the back, and two had their hands bound; the dog was also found dead with its legs tied.
- A 6-year-old boy was found alive and unharmed at the scene, with authorities estimating the killings occurred between 5:30 p.m. and 7:40 p.m. on Tuesday.
- Two men were arrested in connection with the case, including Diego Sebastián “N,” an associate of Meléndez, and Gerardo “N,” both under investigation, with one suspect allegedly exploiting a relationship with a victim to gain entry.
- Meléndez’s band Camilo Séptimo honored his life and music, while authorities continue to investigate and plan to release further details at the appropriate procedural stage.
