Álvaro Monge Hernández
Álvaro Monge Hernández, affectionately known as 'Cupido', was a beloved flower vendor from Desamparados, Costa Rica. He dedicated his life to supporting his family, particularly his mother, Vera, and his son, despite facing numerous hardships, including a lack of formal education and health challenges. Tragically, at the age of 48, he was murdered in a violent incident after refusing to give money to an assailant, which sparked widespread outrage and sympathy in the community.
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Álvaro Monge Hernández, known as Cupido, was a flower vendor whose murder shocked the community.
A tres meses del cruel asesinato, la familia de Cupido vive entre la tristeza y una condena que no da paz
Costa Rica· 2026-02-27
Álvaro Monge Hernández was a recognized flower vendor who was murdered in Desamparados.
Poder Judicial logró imponer una condena de 25 años por homicidio en solo tres meses; ¿cómo lo hizo?Costa Rica· 2026-02-25
Álvaro Monge Hernández, known as Cupido, was a beloved flower vendor who was tragically murdered during a violent attack.
La vida de Cupido, el vendedor de flores asesinado por unas monedasCosta Rica· 2025-11-22
