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Major update on the mysterious death of Shanquella Robinson in Mexico
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Major update on the mysterious death of Shanquella Robinson in Mexico

The the mother of a woman from North Carolina who was fatally attacked while on vacation in Mexico follows him legal action two years after the tragic incident.

Shanquella Robinson25, died in October 2022 while on a trip with friends, referred to as the “Cabo Six” in a lawsuit filed by her mother. The the mother claims that the group told officials Robinson died of alcohol poisoning, but she actually died of a broken neck.

Videos later appeared showing his friends physically attacking Robinson, but FBI has not charged anyone or made any arrests in the case.

Robinson’s motherSallamondra Robinson, filed a lawsuit against the “Cabo Six”, the FBI and the US State Department on October 25th.

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Shanquella Robinson was fatally attacked while on vacation in Mexico in 2022. Her mother is now pursuing legal action against the people on the trip, the FBI and the US State Department.

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“Cabo Six” is formed of Daejhanae Jackson, Alysse Hyatt, Malik Dyer, Wenter Donovan, Khalil Cooke and Nazeer Tyree Wiggin, according to the lawsuit.

Sallamondra Robinson accused the “Cabo Six” of wrongful death, assault, negligence, conspiracy and infliction of emotional distress. She also accused the State Department and FBI of investigative failures and delaying justice.

The lawsuit alleges that Jackson struck Shanquella Robinson in the face, head, neck and other parts of her body. The lawsuit calls the attack “violent and relentless.”

Shanquella Robinson was naked and unable to defend herself, according to the lawsuit.

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Shanquella Robinson, who was found dead in an apartment in Mexico in October 2022. Her family plans to sue six people they say are withholding information in the case (Shanquella Robinson/Facebook)

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The lawsuit claims the “Cabo Six” posted the video on social media and a video called Jackson’s boyfriend so he could watch the attack. It also states that the group refused to take Shanquella Robinson to the hospital.

“No one attempted to comfort or assist Shanquella with her severe and apparently painful injuries,” the suit states.

The lawsuit also alleges that the group left Mexico a day earlier than originally planned without telling Mexican officials about the attack.

The filing alleges that Sallamondra Robinson experienced anxiety, depression and mental distress after her daughter’s death.

“Shanquella Robinson was a vivacious and driven 25-year-old who had already established herself as a remarkable entrepreneur and beloved member of the community,” the lawsuit states.

The Shanquella Robinson murder case
A Newsweek photo illustration depicting the Shanquella Robinson Murder case

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In addition to being an entrepreneur, Shanquella Robinson was skilled at braiding hair.

“This ability allowed her to build strong relationships with families in her community as she provided a service that brought confidence and joy to young clients,” the lawsuit states.

The suit seeks compensatory and punitive damages.

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