Recently, a viral video of a woman being beat to death in Mexico has been circulating on social media. The video has caused outrage and shock among viewers, who are appalled by the brutal violence depicted in the footage.
The Video
The video shows a group of people attacking a woman in the street. They kick and punch her repeatedly, while she lies on the ground. She tries to defend herself, but she is outnumbered and overpowered. The attackers continue to beat her until she stops moving.
The video is extremely graphic and disturbing. It has been shared widely on social media, sparking a wave of outrage and condemnation.
The Context
The incident took place in Ecatepec, a city in the State of Mexico. The city has a high level of violence, and it is known for its high rates of femicide – the killing of women because of their gender.
The woman in the video has been identified as Mariana Lizeth Salas Hernández, a 24-year-old mother of two. She was attacked by a group of men, who accused her of being a thief. However, it is unclear whether she was actually involved in any criminal activity.
The Reaction
The video has sparked outrage and protests in Mexico and beyond. Many people are calling for justice for Mariana and for an end to violence against women in Mexico.
The National Network of Refuges, a Mexican organization that provides support to women who have suffered violence, issued a statement condemning the attack. They called on the authorities to investigate the incident and to bring the perpetrators to justice.
The Problem of Femicide in Mexico
The attack on Mariana is just one example of the problem of femicide in Mexico. According to the National Institute of Statistics and Geography, there were 3,825 femicides in Mexico in 2020. This is an increase of 0.4% from the previous year, despite efforts to address the problem.
Many activists argue that the problem of femicide is rooted in a culture of violence and machismo in Mexico. They say that women are often seen as objects to be used and discarded, and that violence against women is not taken seriously by the authorities.
The Importance of Speaking Out
The video of Mariana’s attack is shocking and difficult to watch. However, it is important that we do not turn away from the reality of violence against women in Mexico and around the world. We must speak out against this kind of brutality and demand justice for the victims.
If we do not speak out, we are complicit in a culture of violence that allows women to be treated as objects and disposable. We must demand that our governments take action to protect women and to address the root causes of violence against them.
Conclusion
The video of Mariana’s attack is a stark reminder of the problem of violence against women in Mexico and around the world. We must speak out against this kind of brutality and demand justice for the victims. We must also work to address the root causes of violence against women, including the culture of violence and machismo that is so prevalent in many societies.
