India, Aug. 18 -- Dominican influencer Ariiela Lalangosta, popularly known as Ariela the Lobster, has passed away. Unconfirmed social media reports claim she was shot and killed in New York City early Sunday.

According to some accounts, shots were fired at her vehicle while she was returning from a club. Other reports suggest the gunfire was aimed not at her, but at the person sitting beside her, reportedly her partner.

However, none of these details have been confirmed by local authorities or the influencer's family. Hindustan Times was unable to independently verify the reports.

On Saturday night, Lalangosta shared several videos on her Instagram Story, partying at Ikon New York, a lounge located on Sherman Avenue in Manhattan. Accor...