Shot Dead: Death of Singer AfroSan Confirmed, Shaking the Narcocorrido World

Death of Singer AfroSan Confirmed

Crime in Tláhuac

Mexico City Prosecutor’s Office Investigates

Violence has once again struck the regional Mexican music scene with the killing of Juan Carlos Santiago, known as AfroSan, in the streets of Tláhuac borough.

The narcocorrido performer died after being shot in the head on the night of February 10, in a case now under investigation by the Fiscalía General de Justicia de la Ciudad de México.

His death caused shock among fans and colleagues in the genre, where his name had begun gaining recognition.

On social media, musicians and groups expressed their grief over the passing of the singer, who was part of AfroSan y sus Centenarios.

A Night That Ended in Tragedy

Death of Singer AfroSan Confirmed-Photo: Shutterstock

According to initial reports, the artist left his home in the Olivos neighborhood to buy drinks when he encountered another man.

The situation escalated into a verbal argument in the middle of the street, which quickly turned violent.

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The alleged attacker reportedly pulled out a firearm and fired at close range, striking the singer in the head.

Although he was taken to a nearby hospital, doctors confirmed he had died due to the severity of the wound — marking a grim milestone in the AfroSan murder investigation.

Reactions in Regional Mexican Music

News of the killing spread rapidly across digital platforms, where fellow artists mourned the crime.

The group Doble AA shared a message that resonated with fans of the genre:

“Today music wears mourning. In memory of our great friend and colleague Juan Carlos Santiago Galván. ‘EL AFRO’ Afro San y sus Centenarios. We had a collaboration pending, brother.”

So far, the singer’s family has not released details about funeral services.

Members of the music community have pointed to the climate of risk faced by some corrido performers linked to narratives involving organized crime.

Investigations into the Death of AfroSan and Arrests

The Mexico City Prosecutor’s Office opened an investigation file to clarify what happened and determine responsibility.

Authorities reported that two men were arrested as suspects in connection with the homicide, although the motive behind the attack has not yet been confirmed.

Unofficial reports have circulated suggesting possible links between the singer and criminal organizations operating in the area.

However, authorities have not publicly established a direct connection between his musical activity and the crime.

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Lyrics Marked by Narcoculture

AfroSan was known for performing narcocorridos referencing criminal groups and drug trafficking figures.

In a post shared earlier this year, the singer wrote: “Nothing but people from La Unión Tepito. Long live all of you,” before performing one of his songs.

On Spotify, the group had accumulated more than 42,000 monthly listeners, with tracks such as “En el Humo Radicamos” and “Trayectoria Arremangada” among the most streamed.

His lyrics included phrases like: “I was already part of their cartel” and “I carry my R-15 well strapped […] I earned respect because I took down several,” reflecting the subgenre’s aesthetic.

A Recent Birthday and Unfinished Plans

Weeks before his death, the singer shared a video celebrating his birthday and thanking his followers for their support.

“I’m going to send shoutouts to all my people. Thank you all so much. Tag the major record labels so they can hear us and bring us in to make a lot of music,” he said on January 23.

In that same message, he added: “Everyone who tags them, I’ll send you a shoutout. Today is my birthday,” showing enthusiasm for his artistic growth.

His killing reignites debate about the violence surrounding certain regional Mexican performers and leaves on hold a career that was just beginning to consolidate — as the AfroSan murder in Tláhuac case continues under investigation.

In Tláhuac, Mexico City, AfroSan Galván, a NARCOCORRIDOS performer, was shot in the head.
The Mexican music world once again went into mourning Tuesday night with the death of a musician in Tláhuac.
So far, the Federal Attorney General’s Office has not issued a statement on the matter. pic.twitter.com/AnvnJdJLnG

— EL4toPODER (@El4toPODERmx) February 11, 2026