Emiliano Cuevas and a member of his Grupo Penumbre…

Two members of the Mexican music group Emiliano Cuevas y Grupo Penumbre were tragically shot dead early Friday morning in the parking lot of a commercial plaza in the southern part of Querétaro, Mexico.

The attack happened shortly after they finished a performance at a bar called El Mezcalito, located in the La Alhambrada neighborhood. Local authorities believe the incident was a targeted attack, as reported by the Querétaro Public Security Department on social media.

The victims were Emiliano Cuevas, the group’s lead singer, and another band member. The group, known for its regional Mexican music, had built a strong following on social media, with thousands of followers on platforms such as Instagram and Facebook. Emiliano Cuevas himself was active on social media and often shared snippets of his daily life and updates about his musical career with his 31,400 followers on Instagram –

According to Mexican media, the incident happened while the musicians were heading to their car in the square’s parking lot after their performance. Gunmen approached and opened fire before fleeing the scene.

Despite the quick response of the local police, no suspects have been arrested. Violence has increased in the area, making it challenging for authorities to track down the perpetrators.

Violence against artists in Mexico

This is not the first time a musician has been targeted in Mexico. Over the years, countless artists have fallen victim to violence, especially those involved in genres such as regional Mexican music and corridos, which sometimes depict the life of the underworld. High-profile cases include the murders of musicians such as Valentín Elizalde in 2006 and Sergio Vega in 2010, both of whom were known for singing about controversial themes related to drug cartels and organized crime.

Authorities are currently investigating the motives behind the attack on Emiliano Cuevas and his group, as violence ravaging the country continues to affect members of the entertainment industry. The area around the El Mezcalito bar, where the group performed, has a history of violent incidents, including shootings in the past and even a murder related to a brawl outside the venue(

EThe death of Emiliano Cuevas and his bandmate has shocked fans and fellow musicians, who took to social media to express their grief and demand justice. Meanwhile, local police are intensifying their efforts to arrest those responsible and bring them to justice.