Kevin Álvarez, 27, was killed on January 3, 2026, allegedly by the ex-boyfriend of his partner in Medellín, Colombia. The ex-boyfriend had recently been released from prison and had been harassing Kevin's partner despite her clear rejection. Kevin and the ex-boyfriend confronted each other, leading to a physical altercation where Kevin was stabbed and later died at a health center. The case involves complex relationship dynamics including jealousy, harassment, and a rekindled relationship between Kevin and his partner. The ex-boyfriend disappeared after the incident, and the family awaits justice.
Country: Colombia
State/Province: None
City/Region: Medellín
Incident Type: Murder
Relationship Status: Dating
Relationship Duration: Approximately 3 years and 6 months
Incident Date: Jan. 3, 2026
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Approximately 3 years and 6 months
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2026-01-03
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Conducta Delictiva - Colombia · Original language: Spanish
El Ex De Su Novia Salió De La Cárcel Y M4TØ a mi hermano: “Él Venía Por Ella”
Jealousy
The case involves a jealous ex-boyfriend who, despite incarceration and clear rejection by his former partner, continued to harass her. The victim's renewed relationship with the partner triggered conflict, leading to a fatal confrontation. The pattern includes stalking, threats, and escalation to lethal violence.
Police were informed of prior threats and harassment. The ex-boyfriend was identified as the suspect through video evidence showing the confrontation. After the stabbing, the suspect disappeared. The family awaits justice, and no confirmed arrest is reported. The victim's family provided detailed witness accounts.
Uncertainty remains about the suspect's current whereabouts. Conflicting public opinions and social media comments have complicated perceptions of the incident. The exact trigger for the stabbing is partially unclear due to limited direct testimony from involved parties.
Kevin Álvarez was in a relationship with a woman whose ex-boyfriend had been incarcerated for 12 years. After release, the ex-boyfriend began harassing the woman despite her rejection. Kevin and the woman rekindled their relationship after a separation. On January 3, 2026, a confrontation occurred involving Kevin, the woman, her ex-boyfriend, and her father. Kevin initiated physical contact, but the ex-boyfriend produced a hidden weapon and stabbed Kevin. Kevin was taken to a health center but died shortly after. The ex-boyfriend fled the scene and remains missing.
High risk due to prior threats, harassment, and escalation to physical violence. The presence of a weapon and the suspect's disappearance post-incident increase ongoing risk and complicate resolution.
Early signs of harassment and threats should be taken seriously. Rekindling relationships with unresolved past conflicts can increase risk. Family involvement and video evidence are crucial for investigation. The case highlights the dangers of jealousy and stalking in relationship-driven violence.
Threatening messages and calls from the ex-boyfriend, his presence at special dates, and prior police reports of harassment.
Video footage showing the ex-boyfriend hiding and confronting Kevin, witness accounts of threats and stalking, and the victim's partner's prior warnings.
Video surveillance from a house camera, witness testimonies from family members, and police reports of prior threats.
Juliana Ríos, Kevin's sister, provided detailed accounts of the harassment, relationship dynamics, and the fatal incident. Family members witnessed the ex-boyfriend's threatening behavior. Security personnel and medical staff were present at the health center. No other eyewitness statements reported.
No follow-up reports on the suspect's arrest or capture are available. Speculations about the suspect's whereabouts remain unconfirmed.
The suspect's current location and legal status remain unclear. The full motive and details of the confrontation are partially uncertain due to lack of direct statements from the suspect and partner.