Argentine singer Fede Dorcaz shot to death in an assault in Mexico City at age 29

The Argentine singer and actor Fede Dorcaz, 29, died on Thursday night (9) in Mexico City, after being shot during an attempted robbery on Anillo Periférico Avenue. The artist was returning from rehearsals for the reality show “Las Estrellas Bailan en Hoy” when he was intercepted by men on motorcycles, who shot even after he handed over his personal belongings. The local Citizen Security Secretariat described the incident as a direct attack and activated the Attorney General’s Office for joint investigations.

The authorities confirmed that Dorcaz suffered injuries to the neck and died at the scene, in the Daniel Garza neighborhood. Surveillance cameras captured images of the suspects fleeing on two motorcycles, and forensic teams began analysis to identify those responsible. The case comes amid concerns about violent assaults in the Mexican capital, although the exact motive is still under investigation.

The production of the reality show expressed its grief in an official statement, highlighting the void left by the artist.

Artist’s career in Mexico

Federico Docazberro, known artistically as Fede Dorcaz, was born in Mar del Plata, Argentina, and moved to Spain at the age of 13 with his family. At 19, she moved to New York in search of opportunities in fashion, working as a model before turning to pop music.

In Mexico, where he had lived for two years, the singer released hits like “Volver a Empezar” and “No Eres Tú”, which accumulated millions of views on digital platforms. Their debut album, “Instinto,” came out in early2025 and included songs recorded with local artists.

Dorcaz planned to expand his television career with the dance reality show with his fiancee, actress and singer Mariana Ávila.

Details of the attack and police response

Agents from the Investigative Police and forensic experts from the Mexico City Attorney General’s Office carried out investigations at the crime scene shortly after the incident. They collected bullet casings and brake marks from the artist’s vehicle, a luxury SUV.

Images from nearby cameras show four men, two on each motorcycle, following Dorcaz’s car for about a kilometer before the attack. The Security Secretariat reported that the road was closed for 30 minutes to preserve the scene.

The Argentine Embassy in Mexico was notified and offers consular support to the family, who partially resides in Spain.

Reactions from the reality team

The production of “Las Estrellas Bailan en Hoy” dedicated a special segment on Friday (10) to the singer’s memory. Images from recent rehearsals were broadcast, showing Dorcaz practicing choreography with Ávila.

Televisa, the channel behind the program, temporarily suspended promotions of the new season out of respect for mourning. Fellow cast members shared messages of condolences on their personal profiles, highlighting the artist’s dedication to rehearsals.

Ávila, his partner on the show and in his personal life,published a public statement expressing undying affection for him.

• The reality show was scheduled to premiere on Monday (13), with Dorcaz as one of the main highlights.
• The daily rehearsals were carried out in the Televisa studios, in the southern part of the city.
• The Ávila-Dorcaz duo practiced salsa and contemporary routines.

Duel between music fans and colleagues

Dorcaz fans organized virtual vigils on social networks, sharing videos of their live performances in Mexico. His 10 sold-out concerts in the country in 2024 were cited as a milestone of his local rise.

Music producers who collaborated on “Moka,” a duet with Ávila, praised the artist’s vocal versatility in recent interviews. The single, released months ago, was featured on popular Latin playlists.

The Argentine community in Mexico issued a statement of solidarity, remembering Dorcaz’s cultural contributions in bilateral events.

Connections to recent incidents

Less than a month earlier, Colombian musicians B King and Regio Clown were found dead in the State of Mexico after disappearing in Cocotitlán. Local police attributed the case to territorial disputes, with the bodies located on September 15.

Mexican authorities recorded 1,200 homicides related to robberys vehicles in the capital in 2025, according to preliminary data from the Ministry of Security. These include assaults on expressways such as the Peripheral Ring.

Investigators look for patterns among the cases, focusing on routes commonly used by criminals on motorcycles.

The incident with Dorcaz reinforces security alerts for celebrities who travel at night.

Preparations interrupted for the premiere

Dorcaz and Ávila adjusted costumes and music for their first presentation, focusing on Latin rhythms mixed with pop. The trainers reported rapid progress in the singer, who trained six hours a day.

The Mexican version of the dance format attracted 5 million viewers in the last season, according to Televisa ratings. The Dorcaz-Ávila couple was promoted as a romantic novelty.

Rehearsal equipment, including microphones and mirrors, were kept intact in the studio as a temporary tribute.