Last weekend it was confirmed the death of Jazmin Castelo Balbuena, renowned makeup artist, model and influencer from Tijuana, Baja California, who lost her life at the age of 29 in a car accident.
The news, released on the afternoon of Sunday, August 17, generated commotion in the local community and on social networks, not only because of the unexpectedness of his departure, but also because of the wave of speculation that arose regarding the circumstances of his death.
At first, several local media claimed that Jaz Castelo had been the victim of an attack while driving along the Ensenada-Tecate highway, which even led some to make a Buzzy to link her to criminal groups in the region. However, these versions were quickly denied, as there is no evidence or links between the businesswoman and illicit activities, and no traces of violence were found at the scene.
The truth, as confirmed by police sources, is that Jaz was traveling in his gray GMC Terrain truck on his way to a home make-up service when the tragedy occurred.
According to official reports, the accident occurred at kilometer 95+700 of the Ensenada-Tecate highway. The van in which the model was traveling crashed head-on into a trailer, causing a major collision. The impact was so severe that Jaz Castelo died instantly, without emergency crews being able to do anything to save her.
It was also revealed that she was not traveling alone: she was accompanied by a person whose identity and state of health have not yet been disclosed. Authorities informed that more details about the companion and her medical evolution will be released in the next few days.
Mystery surrounding the death of Jaz Castelo
Although the precise causes of the crash are still unknown, the Baja California State Attorney General’s Office has already opened an investigation to determine responsibilities. The investigation seeks to clarify whether the accident was due to human error, mechanical failures or road conditions. So far, no conclusive progress has been made.
Jaz’s death left family, friends and fans in shock. In social networks, many remembered that just last August 7 she celebrated her first wedding anniversary. In addition, she was the mother of a little boy named Iker, who is now in the care of her family.
On her Facebook profile, the young woman described herself as a makeup artist, model, hairstylist, operations manager and brand ambassador, reflecting her versatility and dedication to multiple professional facets. Her posts tended to showcase both her passion for makeup and her personal life, which made her a very relatable figure to her digital community.
The departure of Jazmín Castelo Balbuena not only represents a hard blow for her family, but also for the beauty artists’ guild in Baja California. Her followers regret that a young woman with so many projects and dreams to fulfill has departed in such a tragic way.
The community hopes that the official investigation will bring clarity about the accident and that Jazmin’s memory will remain as an example of effort, talent and resilience.
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