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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Rohit David

Michael Duarte, The Food Influencer Shot By Cops — Inside His Mental Health Crisis Before The Incident

Michael Duarte Mental Health Police Texas
Food influencer Michael Duarte shot by cops: Mental health crisis behind FoodWithBearHands tragedy (Credit: Michael Duarte Instagram Account Photo)

The food influencer world was left reeling when Michael Duarte, the charismatic creator behind FoodWithBearHands, was shot dead by police on 8 November 2025 in Castroville, Texas.

Famous for his barbecue recipes and viral videos that drew over two million followers across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, his sudden death amid a mental health crisis has sparked grief, reflection and calls for reform.

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