La Vibes Mourn: Tekashi 6Ix9Ine, Cardi B Grieve Mysterious Death Of Influencer Ariela La Langosta

Tragedy Strikes Close to SoCal Hearts: Influencer Ariela La Langosta Found Dead

Yo, West Coast fam, we've got some heavy news coming from the East Coast with ties that hit close to our LA scene. Westchester County Police are deep in an investigation after 33-year-old fashion and lifestyle influencer Ariela La Langosta was found dead on the morning of August 17 in Mount Vernon, New York. With half a million followers repping her vibe, Ariela was a name even our Hollywood crowd knew well.

The social media queen, whose real name was Ariela Meija-Polanco, had peeps from all over mourning her loss, including big names like Tekashi 6ix9ine and Cardi B. Word is, Tekashi collaborated with her on some dope projects, and the love pouring out shows just how much she meant to the game. It’s got that somber Hollywood red carpet feel - all respect, no flash.

Details of a Dark Morning: What We Know So Far

Picture this: it’s around 8 a.m. on a quiet Sunday, August 17, when cops get a call about a stalled ride on the shoulder of the Cross County Parkway near the Broad Street exit in Mount Vernon. Inside, they find Ariela, tragically pronounced dead at the scene. Two days later, on August 19, police dropped the bombshell - she passed from multiple gunshot wounds, discovered behind the wheel of her own whip.

While the cops ain’t spilling deets on the car’s make or model, Ariela flexed hard on Insta back in March with her shiny new 2025 Mercedes-AMG G63. She was straight-up SoCal summer energy in those posts, posing with the ride and a designer bag stuffed with stacks of Benjamins. But here’s the twist - robbery doesn’t seem to be the motive; Westchester County Police are calling this a targeted hit, which has us all shook.

This stretch of the Parkway is like the 405 on a bad day - always packed - so it’s wild to think no one noticed her car sooner. The night before, Ariela was clocking in at Ikon New York, a hot lounge in Manhattan’s Inwood area (think Melrose Avenue’s nightlife vibe but East Coast style). No word on when she dipped or where she was headed, and police haven’t named any suspects yet.

“This hits different - Ariela was the real deal, a New York queen who lit up every room. We’re all hurting right now,” said Tekashi 6ix9ine in a raw Instagram tribute.

Stars and Streets Mourn: Tributes Pour In for Ariela

While the homicide investigation heats up, the tributes are rolling in faster than traffic on the PCH during rush hour. Tekashi 6ix9ine hit up Instagram with a gut-punch of a post, dubbing Ariela “the queen of New York” alongside a slideshow of memories on his story. The two linked up for his “Wapae” music video, where she slayed as a featured dancer - though rumors of anything more between them are still just whispers on the breeze.

Cardi B, who grew up not far from where Ariela took her last ride, also stepped up with a touching post. She dropped a pic of the influencer with a short but real caption, echoing the pain felt across the community. It’s got that raw, East LA mural vibe - straight from the heart, no filter needed.

Even local spots are feeling the loss. Ikon New York, where Ariela worked her magic the night before her death, has shut its doors temporarily to grieve their fallen team member. Other lounges, bars, and restaurants are posting their respects too, proving Ariela’s light touched more than just the ‘gram - she was family to many.

What’s Next: A Developing Story in Westchester

This story’s far from over, fam. Westchester County Police are treating Ariela La Langosta’s death as a straight-up homicide, and every detail they drop feels like a scene from a gritty LA crime flick. We’re all waiting for answers - how long was her car there? Who could’ve done this on such a busy strip?

For now, the community - from Mount Vernon to our own Malibu-style drama watchers - is holding tight, remembering a woman who lived loud and proud. Stick with us as we keep tabs on this developing case, ‘cause Ariela’s story deserves to be told right.

If you’ve got any info or just wanna share how Ariela touched your life, hit up the Westchester County Police or drop a comment. We’re all in this together, repping that Cali love even across the coast.