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Funeral Planned as Investigation Continues Into Crash That Killed MasterChef México Alum Yanin Campos

Mexican public safety authorities are examining speed or distraction factors in the August 2 crash that claimed the 38-year-old’s life.

Overview

  • On August 2 at 6:30 AM in Chihuahua, Campos’s SUV veered off Periférico R. Almada and struck a parked car before she succumbed to her injuries two days later.
  • Segretería de Pública Seguridad opened an inquiry to determine whether excessive speed or driver distraction caused the accident.
  • Her brother Raúl Campos has arranged a public vigil at Hernández Funeral Home to allow fans and friends to honor her memory.
  • Since her death was confirmed on August 6, her social media profiles have been flooded with tributes from followers and fellow influencers.
  • Campos rose to prominence after placing sixth on MasterChef México 2018, returning for MasterChef: La Revancha in 2019 and building a six-figure TikTok following while working as a nurse.