His case is still being investigated by Mexican and Colombian authorities.
News International.
On October 17, 2025, Andrés Gómez Mejía, known as “Bocadillo”, was murdered in Jalisco, Mexico. Originally from the Villa Hermosa neighborhood in Medellín, Colombia, Gómez had established a successful career in the tequila industry with his Cavas Ágave brand.
His death has generated commotion in both Colombia and Mexico, and authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
Andrés Gómez Mejía, 46 years old, was a renowned Colombian businessman. For more than a decade, he had resided in the state of Jalisco, Mexico, where he founded the company Comercializadora Internacional Cavas Agave Colombia SAS in 2019.
His tequila brand achieved international recognition, being awarded in 2018 as the best tequila in the world.
In addition, he was known for his participation in social events and his interaction with public figures, which allowed him to establish a network of contacts in various fields.
The Crime
Gómez’s murder occurred on Friday, October 17 in Jalisco, a region known for its tequila production and also its history of violence. Mexican authorities have not released official details about the exact circumstances of the crime.
However, it has been reported that the investigation is ongoing and that various elements are being analyzed to clarify the facts.
In the weeks before his death, Gómez received a comment on his social networks from a woman who was complaining to him about an alleged debt.
This woman, identified as a specialist in anti-aging medicine, warned that if she did not receive payment, she would make public evidence that implicated him in illicit activities.
Although a direct relationship between this incident and the murder has not been confirmed, authorities are investigating this line as part of the process.
Reactions and research
The news of Gómez’s murder has generated a wave of reactions in Colombia and Mexico. In Medellín, his hometown, he is remembered for his entrepreneurial spirit and his contribution to the community.
Family and friends have expressed their pain and have requested justice. Additionally, tributes have been made in his honor, highlighting his legacy and impact on the tequila industry.
Mexican authorities, in collaboration with their Colombian counterparts, are carrying out an exhaustive investigation to clarify the circumstances of the murder of Andrés Gómez Mejía.
Security records, witness interviews and any other evidence that may shed light on this case are being reviewed. More details are expected to be released in the coming weeks as the investigation progresses.
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