More than 15 years after a disturbing video surfaced outside a hotel in Monterrey, Mexico, the name Gabriela Rico Jiménez has returned now to social media timelines worldwide.
The renewed interest follows the latest release of Jeffrey Epstein–related documents by the US Department of Justice in January 2026, that has triggered fresh online speculation and resurfaced old viral clips linked to her.
Jiménez, who was 21 at the time, was filmed in August 2009 shouting alarming claims outside the Fiesta Inn hotel after attending what was described as a private modeling event.
Shortly after the incident, she was escorted away by police. Since then, no verified public record has confirmed her whereabouts, fueling years of online mystery and conspiracy theories.
“उन्होंने इंसानी मांस खाया”
21 साल की गैब्रिएला रिको जिमेनेज़ ने जो दावा किया था, अब एपस्टीन फाइलों से इसकी पुष्टि हो चुकी है!
एक लाख से ज़्यादा बच्चे थे एपस्टीन आइलैंड पर जिनके साथ न जाने क्या क्या खिलवाड़ किया ‘बड़े लोगों’ ने।#EpsteinFiles
— Yogita Bhayana योगिता भयाना (@yogitabhayana) February 1, 2026
What Happened Outside the Fiesta Inn in 2009?
On August 3, 2009, video footage showed Jiménez visibly distressed and shouting statements that referenced shocking allegations about people she claimed to have encountered at the event. In the clip, she can be heard saying, “They ate a person. I was unaware. I wanted freedom.”
Local police removed her from the scene. What followed has remained unclear. There has been no official confirmation from Mexican authorities about her status after that night, and no verified reports about her life since. The absence of documented information turned the clip into a recurring subject of internet forums and conspiracy discussions for years.
“They ate humans!”!!!!
2009: 21yo model Gabriela Rico Jiménez screams about elites eating people, rituals, & sacrifices at an elite party.
She vanishes after police take her.
2026 Epstein files drop extreme ritual/cannibalism allegations from victims…
Coincidence? And she… pic.twitter.com/RQjpSERevM
— Arya (@Arya2898AD) February 1, 2026
Why Is Her Video Trending Again in 2026?
Interest in Jiménez’s case surged again after newly unsealed Epstein-related files referenced disturbing allegations tied to elite gatherings, yachts, and abuse. Although none of the documents mention Jiménez by name, social media users began drawing speculative links between the files and her 2009 outburst.
Clips of the video began circulating again on X, Instagram, and TikTok, with users suggesting she had “warned the world” before disappearing. These interpretations, however, are entirely speculative and not supported by any official evidence.
The Internet’s Long-Running Mystery Around Her Disappearance
Because Jiménez was never publicly seen again after the incident, online communities have long debated what might have happened to her.
Over the years, the video has appeared periodically in conspiracy threads discussing powerful elites and alleged secret crimes.
However, no credible investigation or documented evidence has established a connection between her claims and any real-world events involving Epstein or others.
Journalists and fact-checkers who have examined the clip over the years have consistently noted that there is no proof she attended an event linked to Epstein, no evidence supporting the claims she made in the video, and no public record classifying her disappearance as suspicious.
What Do We Actually Know About Gabriela Rico Jiménez?
Verified details remain limited. She was 21 years old in August 2009 and was filmed outside the Fiesta Inn hotel in Monterrey.
She was escorted away by police after shouting alarming statements. Beyond this, there is no confirmed public information about her life.
Everything else circulating online, including claims linking her to Epstein’s circle or elite gatherings, remains unverified speculation amplified by social media.
How Social Media Is Driving Renewed Interest
The resurfacing of old footage combined with new headlines has created a wave of renewed curiosity. Posts claiming that the Epstein files “prove” her allegations have gone viral, despite no such confirmation existing in the documents.
Experts note that this reflects how viral misinformation loops often connect unrelated events through online narratives rather than verifiable facts.
The never-ending Mystery
Fifteen years later, Gabriela Rico Jiménez remains an internet mystery. While her 2009 video continues to disturb and intrigue viewers, there is still no verified evidence explaining what happened to her or validating the claims she made that night.
Sofia Babu Chacko is a journalist with over five years of experience covering Indian politics, crime, human rights, gender issues, and stories about marginalized communities. She believes that every voice matters, and journalism has a vital role to play in amplifying those voices. Sofia is committed to creating impact and shedding light on stories that truly matter. Beyond her work in the newsroom, she is also a music enthusiast who enjoys singing.
