Former beauty queen Karina Vázquez Sánchez was found dead at a man’s home in Mexico on October 15, 2026, under circumstances that remain under investigation.
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According to reports, paramedics were called to the property after Karina was found unresponsive. On arrival, they observed signs of rigor mortis and confirmed that she had no vital signs.
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The man, identified as 34-year-old Armando, told authorities that he had tried to wake Karina but she did not respond. He also reported finding vomit in her mouth.
Armando explained that he and Karina had been drinking with a mutual friend in Jesús Tepactepec before returning to his home. He said Karina did not want to go back to her own house while intoxicated because of previous family problems.
An initial assessment reportedly raised the possibility that Karina had died after inhaling stomach contents into her lungs. However, her family later said the post-mortem examination ruled out that explanation, as well as alcohol poisoning.
The differing accounts have raised questions about the circumstances surrounding her death, although the investigation is still ongoing.
Armando was arrested on October 17 after officers reportedly discovered narcotics, a long-barrelled firearm restricted to the armed forces and several rounds of ammunition during a search of the property.
However, authorities confirmed on October 20 that he had been released following intervention by his defence lawyer.
His release does not mean he has been cleared of wrongdoing. Authorities have yet to conclude their investigation into Karina’s death, and further details about the circumstances remain unclear.