Conflicting Messages Surround Death of LGBTQ Figure in Mexico

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Mexican authorities sent conflicting messages about the violent death of a leading LGBTQ figure after thousands marched Monday night demanding justice. Jesús Ociel Baena was found dead next to their partner in their home in the central Mexican city of Aguascalientes on Monday, according to state prosecutors. Baena, the first openly nonbinary person to assume a judicial post in Mexico, was one of the most visible LGBTQ figures in a country where the community is often violently targeted. Baena and their partner had already received death threats and hateful messages and had protection from state security, prompting many across the country Monday to call their death a hate crime. Authorities have provided minimal details about the slaying and local prosecutors hinted it may have been a murder-suicide. “It may seem like a not very credible hypothesis to many, but we’re being very careful to leave a record and preserve all evidence,” said state prosecutor Jesús Figueroa Ortega. Federal authorities, however, urged caution in the investigation Tuesday

Mexican authorities sent conflicting messages about the violent death of LGBTQ figure Jesús Ociel Baena . Baena, the first openly nonbinary person in Mexico to assume a judicial post, was found dead in their home alongside their partner.

The couple had received death threats and had state security protection. Many believe their death was a hate crime. Authorities have provided minimal details and suggested it may have been a murder-suicide.

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