Holy smokes! Rapper 6ix9ine‘s girlfriend, Ariela, also known as “La Langosta,” was tragically shot in her car. This shocking incident has left everyone in disbelief and wondering what could have led to such a horrible event.
The details are still unfolding, but the police believe that it was a targeted job.
The Westchester County Police Department confirmed that the New York-based influencer, real name Ariela Mejia-Polanco, was found dead in her car on the Cross County Parkway on August 17.
“The woman found deceased in her car on the Cross County Parkway on Sunday died as a result of gunshot wounds, the Westchester County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed today,” police said in a statement shared on Facebook.
“Preliminary investigation determined that the woman was likely targeted for violence and her death was not a random act,” police said. “The homicide remains under investigation by detectives from the General Investigations Unit. Assistance has been provided by other local, state and federal law enforcement agencies during in the continuing investigation.
“Due to that ongoing investigation, additional details are not being disclosed at this time.”
In a series of Instagram Stories translated from Spanish by E! News, 6ix9ine, 29, called Mejia-Polanco a “tremendous woman” and the “queen of New York.”
“NY won’t ever be the same,” added the rapper. “I loved you.”
Mejia-Polanco notably appeared in the 2023 music video for 6ix9ine’s “Wapae.”
The model’s workplace, Ikon New York, also marked her passing on Instagram, sharing: “Today we lost our shining star.”
“Our hearts are broken,” the Manhattan restaurant continued. “Your joy, your humility, and the way you treated everyone with so much care always made you stand out. Thank you for giving so much love and support to our home, which also became yours.”
The establishment added, “We still can’t believe it… you were our smile, our happiness. We love you and we will miss you forever.”
This is a reminder that no one is safe from senseless violence. Our hearts go out to Ariela’s loved ones during this difficult time. Let’s hope that the killers are found and that incidents like this can be prevented in the future. Stay safe out there, folks.
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