A disturbing case from Mexico City has taken over global attention after leaked security footage showed a young model being shot inside her own apartment.
The victim, Carolina Flores Gómez, was just 27 and living with her husband and infant daughter. What has shaken people most is not just the violence, but how calm everything appeared before and after the shooting.
Who is Erika María Herrera Coriant?
Very little is publicly known about Erika María Herrera Coriant before this case came into the spotlight. She lived a largely private life and was not a public figure in any major sense. Reports identify her as the mother of Alejandro Sánchez, which places her at the centre of the family involved in the case. Some administrative records link a person with a similar name to local political activity in Baja California, including a possible run for a council level position years ago. However, beyond that, there is no strong public record of her professional or personal life. There is also no confirmed criminal history, which has made the case even more shocking for many following it.
In the video, Carolina appears relaxed, wearing a bathrobe and slippers, casually speaking with her mother in law. There are no visible signs of tension or conflict in those moments. According to reports, Herrera then asked her for a glass of water, which led Carolina to walk towards the kitchen and out of the main camera frame.
What happened inside the Polanco apartment?
The incident took place on April 15, 2026, inside a luxury apartment in Polanco, one of Mexico City's most upscale areas. The case gained massive attention after internal security footage was leaked online and widely shared across platforms.In the video, Carolina appears relaxed, wearing a bathrobe and slippers, casually speaking with her mother in law. There are no visible signs of tension or conflict in those moments. According to reports, Herrera then asked her for a glass of water, which led Carolina to walk towards the kitchen and out of the main camera frame.
Seconds later, multiple gunshots are heard. Reports suggest anywhere between six and over ten rounds were fired, with some shots aimed at the head. The calm tone of the earlier conversation makes the sudden violence even more disturbing for viewers.
Phrases like "You are mine, she is not" have been widely reported, and that tone has become central to how people are reacting to the case. The contrast between the act and her calm behaviour has made the footage especially difficult for many to process.
The truth about Carolina Flores Gómez
After the gunshots, Alejandro enters the scene holding their 8 month old child. What has drawn intense attention is the alleged response from Herrera during this moment. According to multiple reports, she spoke in a composed and almost emotionless manner, with lines suggesting possessiveness over her son.Phrases like "You are mine, she is not" have been widely reported, and that tone has become central to how people are reacting to the case. The contrast between the act and her calm behaviour has made the footage especially difficult for many to process.
Early viral posts wrongly identified Carolina as a former Miss Universe, which is not accurate. She was crowned Miss Teen Universe Baja California 2017 and later built a career in modelling.
She had recently moved to Mexico City with her husband and their baby, and her social media presence reflected a normal, happy life. That contrast between her public life and the way she died has added to the emotional impact of the case.
The case is now being handled under Mexico's femicide protocol, which applies when a woman is killed under circumstances linked to gender based violence. Authorities have issued an arrest warrant, but Herrera remains a fugitive as of now.
The leaked footage has triggered massive outrage online, with thousands reacting to both the crime and the behaviour seen in the video. One user on X said, "This is beyond disturbing. The calmness is what makes it worse." Another wrote, "How does someone do this and act like nothing happened?" Many also connected the case to the broader issue of violence against women in Mexico. One comment read, "Women are not safe even at home. This is why femicide laws exist."
She had recently moved to Mexico City with her husband and their baby, and her social media presence reflected a normal, happy life. That contrast between her public life and the way she died has added to the emotional impact of the case.
Motive and ongoing investigation
Investigators believe the motive may be linked to jealousy and emotional control. Reports suggest Herrera may have felt that Carolina had taken her son away from her, which points towards a deeply personal and possibly obsessive dynamic.The case is now being handled under Mexico's femicide protocol, which applies when a woman is killed under circumstances linked to gender based violence. Authorities have issued an arrest warrant, but Herrera remains a fugitive as of now.
The leaked footage has triggered massive outrage online, with thousands reacting to both the crime and the behaviour seen in the video. One user on X said, "This is beyond disturbing. The calmness is what makes it worse." Another wrote, "How does someone do this and act like nothing happened?" Many also connected the case to the broader issue of violence against women in Mexico. One comment read, "Women are not safe even at home. This is why femicide laws exist."
At the same time, some users questioned the actions of Alejandro, asking why the incident was reportedly not immediately reported and whether more details are yet to come.
Beyond the immediate crime, it has reopened discussions around toxic family relationships, delayed justice, and how such acts can happen behind closed doors. The investigation is ongoing, and more details are expected as officials continue their search.
Where the case stands now
Authorities continue to search for Erika María Herrera Coriant, who remains on the run following the issuance of an arrest warrant. The case has now become one of the most talked about femicide investigations in Mexico this year.Beyond the immediate crime, it has reopened discussions around toxic family relationships, delayed justice, and how such acts can happen behind closed doors. The investigation is ongoing, and more details are expected as officials continue their search.