Departures of note

Carolina Flores Gomez was a Mexican model and pageant contestant who rose to public attention after winning the Miss Teen Universe title for Baja California in 2017. Her victory launched a brief career in modeling and public appearances across regional events.

Following her pageant success, Flores Gomez remained a recognizable figure in Mexican entertainment circles, often featured in local media and promotional campaigns. She was known for her poise and advocacy for youth empowerment during her teenage years.

Tragically, on April 15, 2026, she was discovered dead in her apartment with a gunshot wound to the head. Police confirmed the circumstances of her death as a homicide, and the case was opened for investigation. Her untimely passing at 27 shocked fans and the broader community who remembered her early achievements.