Santiago Nasar is a fictional character from the novel "Chronicle of a Death Foretold" by Gabriel García Márquez. He is a young, wealthy man living in a small town in Latin America. The story revolves around his murder, which is foretold to the townspeople, yet no one intervenes to prevent it. In the narrative, Santiago is portrayed as a charming and confident individual, often seen as a symbol of innocence. His death is a central event that explores themes of honor, fate, and societal complicity, making him a pivotal figure in the exploration of moral dilemmas within the community.