Jonathan Melendez and Family Found Dead in Mexico Home
Mexican music producer and composer Jonathan Melendez, known professionally as JSMO, was found dead alongside his pregnant wife, their three-year-old daughter, and a family nanny in a residence near Mexico City, according to Fox News. Authorities discovered the four victims inside a home in the Zona Esmeralda neighborhood of Atizapán de Saragossa, alongside an untouched six-year-old boy. The Mexico State Attorney General’s Office stated that the victims included the 38-year-old musician, his 35-year-old pregnant wife, their toddler daughter, and a 21-year-old woman.
Investigation Details Into the Atizapán de Saragossa Killings
State prosecutors reported that two of the victims were found bound. According to the Attorney General’s Office, the bound victims and the three-year-old girl suffered gunshot wounds to the head, while the fourth victim sustained a gunshot wound to the back. Investigators determined that the killings took place on Tuesday, September 1, between 5:30 p.m. and 7:40 p.m., based on preliminary findings from the state prosecution unit.
Camilo Séptimo Bandmates Confirm the Death of JSMO
Billboard identified the producer as Jonathan Melendez, who served as a keyboardist for the Mexican group Camilo Séptimo. The band confirmed his death through an official statement published on Instagram. “We will always remember Jonas with immense love and gratitude,” the band stated. “Today we honor and celebrate his life, his music, his light, and the time shared with those of us who were lucky enough to walk our path alongside him.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Jonathan Melendez?
Jonathan Melendez, known as JSMO, was a Mexican music producer, composer, and keyboardist for the band Camilo Séptimo, according to Billboard.
Where did the incident occur?
The incident occurred in a residential building located in the Zona Esmeralda area of Atizapán de Saragossa, near Mexico City, as reported by the Mexico State Attorney General’s Office.
When did the authorities estimate the killings happened?
The Mexico State Attorney General’s Office stated that investigators believe the killings took place on Tuesday, September 1, between 5:30 p.m. and 7:40 p.m.