Cristian Eduardo Pereyra, aged 39, was both a teacher and a driver for a ride-hailing app, trying to supplement his income. Tragically, he was shot and killed on a highway in Virrey del Pino, La Matanza, while driving his dark green Chevrolet Corsa for DiDi late Saturday night, ultimately becoming a victim of carjacking. The incident occurred near the San Javier neighborhood, and it has been confirmed that he was shot three times during this robbery attempt.

In the course of the investigation led by prosecutor Adrián Arribas of the La Matanza Homicide Unit, a police officer has been arrested and is accused of committing the crime. This development has raised significant concerns regarding safety and the involvement of law enforcement in criminal activities. Eyewitness testimony from a passenger, who was also a police officer, played a crucial role in the arrest, underscoring the complexities surrounding policing and crime in the area.

Pereyra was remembered not only as a dedicated teacher at local technical schools but also as a loving father to a young daughter who recently celebrated her third birthday. His tragic death has sparked calls for justice from family members, with an emotional plea shared widely on social media, highlighting the urgent need for measures to improve safety for those working in jobs that make them vulnerable to violent crime, such as app-based driving.