💔 Remembering Ariela La Langosta
The vibrant energy and infectious spirit of Ariela “La Langosta” Mejia-Polanco has been tragically silenced.
The Dominican influencer and content creator was found shot to death behind the wheel of her vehicle early Sunday morning, August 17, in Mount Vernon, New York.
She was just 33.
Ariela’s death has left her fans, loved ones, and the nightlife community mourning a woman many described as joyful, humble, and unforgettable.
📰 What Happened To Ariela?
According to a statement from the Westchester County Police Department, Ariela Mejia-Polanco was discovered around 8 a.m. on the eastbound side of the Cross County Parkway near the Broad Street exit.
She had sustained fatal gunshot wounds in what investigators are calling a “targeted” attack.
“Her death was not a random act,” police confirmed.
The case remains under active investigation by the General Investigations Unit.
🌆 A Night Out Before The Tragedy
Prior to her death, Ariela had been working at Ikon New York, a popular Manhattan restaurant and lounge.
The establishment released a heartfelt statement confirming she was at work the night before the fatal incident.
Ikon New York paid tribute on Instagram, writing:
Your joy, your humility, and the way you treated everyone with so much care always made you stand out.
Thank you for giving so much love and support to our home, which also became yours.
The restaurant temporarily closed operations in her honor and reopened four days later with a continued message of love and remembrance.
🌟 A Beloved Member Of The Nightlife Scene
Ariela “La Langosta” wasn’t just a familiar face online.
She was deeply loved throughout New York City’s nightlife and entertainment circles.
Tributes poured in from nightclubs, entertainers, and close friends after news of her passing.
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine, who had a public friendship with Ariela, shared a touching tribute in Spanish calling her “the queen of New York” and adding, “NY won’t ever be the same. I loved you.”
Starlets of New York, a popular Queens nightclub, also honored Ariela with this message:
A beautiful friend, loving mother, and daughter whose smile and energy lit up every room she entered.
Her energy will forever be missed, but her spirit will always live on with us.
👑 Who Was Ariela “La Langosta”?
Known to many as “La Langosta,” Ariela was more than an influencer.
She was a personality who made everyone feel seen and celebrated.
Whether she was lighting up the dance floor or creating digital content, Ariela exuded authenticity, joy, and compassion.
Her impact was deeply personal to those who knew her and widely felt among fans and followers.
🙏🏾 The Investigation Continues
As detectives work to uncover who was responsible for this heartbreaking loss, the community continues to grieve and demand justice for Ariela.
Her memory now lives on in the lives she touched, the love she gave, and the light she brought into every space she entered.
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Oh no , I hate to hear this. RIP Beautiful