Alarm over Alcides Benítez: from worrying social media video to explanation after hacking

Alcides Benítez, a Paraguayan footballer currently playing for Belgrano de Córdoba, triggered widespread concern among fans and the football community after a series of alarming posts surfaced on his social media. The situation escalated when a video of the player sitting and crying, accompanied by a farewell message, was shared on his TikTok account, raising serious questions about his emotional well-being.

The unsettling content led to an immediate outpouring of solidarity and worry from his followers. The posts suggested a moment of extreme vulnerability and hinted at a delicate mental state, prompting many to fear the worst for the former Guaraní player.

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My account was hacked. We have already taken steps to report it and block it. I don't know with what intention they do these kinds of things, to the point of causing harm.

However, Benítez has since addressed the situation, attributing the disturbing messages to a cyberattack. He released a statement clarifying that his accounts were hacked and that the content was not a reflection of his true state. He emphasized that he was not crying or writing farewell messages as the posts suggested.

Benítez reassured his loved ones and supporters that he is doing well, surrounded by his family and friends. He expressed gratitude for the concern shown and stated that he has taken steps to report the hacking incident and secure his accounts. He condemned the actions of those who would use such malicious tactics to harm others.

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In no moment was I crying or writing farewell things, I am fine, surrounded by my family, my friends, supported more than anyone. Thank God and I only clarify for all those people who really worried.