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Mexican musician and 4 family members shot dead
Hindustan Times··3 Sept
Mexican musician Jonathan Melendez, 38, his pregnant wife, their 3-year-old daughter and a 21-year-old domestic worker were shot dead at his penthouse outside Mexico City. Their dog was also killed. Their 6-year-old son was found unharmed, authorities said on Wednesday. The State of Mexico prosecutor's office said two suspects were arrested, including an associate who may have helped gain access.
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What It Means For You
- Melendez played keyboard for the indie rock band Camilo Septimo.
- His wife Ana Paola was approximately four months pregnant, officials said.
- The band was expected to play in Ciudad Juarez later this month.
What's Happening
- The victims were bound with duct tape before being shot on Tuesday night.
- The three-year-old girl was shot in the head at close range, authorities said.
- Neighbors reported hearing shouts and gunshots, and bodies were found shortly before midnight.
What Prosecutors Said
- One suspect was an associate of Melendez who could have used that relationship to enter the apartment.
- Two other victims were shot in the head and one was shot in the back.
- The prosecutor's office announced the arrests in a statement on Wednesday.
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