Gio Vera, vocalist of the regional Mexican band Gota de Oro, was shot dead during an armed attack in Irapuato, Guanajuato, on December 28, 2025. The incident left five dead and eight injured, according to local authorities. The band confirmed his death on social media with an emotional farewell message.
On Sunday, December 28, 2025, an armed attack in Irapuato, Guanajuato, claimed the life of Gio Vera, vocalist of the regional Mexican band Gota de Oro, known for performing corridos and covers. The incident started when a family of three, in a pickup truck, was intercepted by another vehicle that blocked their path and opened fire on them. Upon arriving at their home, the attackers entered and continued the shooting, affecting people gathered there, including Vera, who was with one of the main targets.
Local and state authorities cordoned off the area for investigation. Initially, the deaths of a man and a five-month-old baby were reported, but the toll rose to five fatalities, including two additional men, and eight injured. Vera, from the region, was also a physical education teacher at Secundaria General Number 5 in Irapuato. The Gota de Oro band, a local Guanajuato group that performs at bars, restaurants, and events in the state and occasionally in Querétaro, had recruited him while he led a musical group in León.
In a statement posted on their social media, the band expressed their grief: “Today the sky is dressed in party because you sing up there, your voice and your joy will live forever in us, thank you for everything you left on earth, rest in peace, big-hearted and as you always said ‘let the drip sound’”. They added: “Today is not a goodbye, it is a see you always, thank you for every laugh, advice and shared moment, your friendship left deep marks in our lives and hearts”. They accompanied the message with photos and videos of Vera performing songs like a medley of corridos, including references to figures like influencer Markitos Toys, and covers like ‘The King of a Thousand Crowns’ by Lalo Mora.
This event highlights the persistent violence in Guanajuato, where frequent shootouts impact communities and local figures. The investigation continues to identify those responsible.
