Yarely Ashley Hermosillo, a 27-year-old social media influencer, was tragically killed in a random shooting during a road rage incident in Glendale, Arizona, leading to her family’s emotional press conference where they expressed their grief and called for justice. The suspect, Jesus Preciado Dousten, was arrested and charged with second-degree murder, highlighting the senseless violence that cut short a promising life.
Yarely Ashley Hermosillo was an online content creator with 144,000 Instagram followers, known for her reels and cooking content. She was a mother to a 3-year-old son and was described by her family as full of dreams and plans for the future. Her social media career was beginning to take off, making her death particularly heartbreaking for her followers and loved ones.
The incident occurred on Friday, August 15, 2025, around 11:45 p.m. on eastbound Camelback Road in Glendale, Arizona. Hermosillo was a passenger in a vehicle that was not involved in the initial argument between two other drivers. The shooting happened quickly, with no prior criminal activity in the exchange between the drivers, according to police reports.
The location was a public road in Glendale, a city in the Phoenix metropolitan area. The setting underscores how everyday situations can turn deadly due to impulsive actions, with the incident taking place in a populated area, potentially endangering others beyond the immediate victims.
The motive remains unclear, as police stated that the argument between the drivers was brief and non-criminal before the suspect, Jesus Preciado Dousten, allegedly fired a handgun randomly. Dousten, who was described as intoxicated by witnesses, may have acted out of rage or impairment, but the exact reason for firing the weapon is unknown and under investigation.
Hermosillo was shot in the right eye and was pronounced dead at 1 a.m. on Saturday, August 16. The suspect was arrested the following day and charged with multiple offenses, including second-degree murder. Police emphasized that Hermosillo was an innocent bystander, not targeted in the altercation, which adds to the tragedy of her death.
The impact is profound, with her family, including her sister Cryshan Lopez, breaking down in tears during a press conference on Wednesday, August 20, where they shared their anguish and remembered Hermosillo’s vibrant life. The community and her online followers have expressed outrage and sorrow, highlighting issues of gun violence and road rage in society.
What’s next involves legal proceedings against Dousten, who has an extensive criminal history including previous road-rage incidents. He is being held on $1 million bail, and the case will likely proceed through the courts, with potential implications for sentencing and broader discussions on preventing such violence. The family may also advocate for changes in law enforcement or public awareness campaigns.