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Neighbors gathered outside the family’s home as the day went on. Some brought food. Others simply stood nearby, unsure what to say. Many had seen the viral post before they knew it was Roberto.
That realization—that a tragedy had been consumed as anonymous content before it was understood as a personal loss—left a deep mark on those who knew him.
In the days that followed, the focus shifted from shock to reflection.
Community leaders warned about the growing risks associated with informal online transactions, particularly those involving cash and private meetings. Law enforcement reiterated long-standing advice: conduct exchanges in public places, avoid carrying large sums of money, and never meet strangers in isolated areas.
