Authorities confirmed that a gunman opened fire at the ancient city of Teotihuacán on Monday, killing a Canadian tourist and injuring several others before dying by suicide, according to Mexico's security cabinet. The attack occurred in a crowded area of the archaeological complex, one of the most visited heritage sites in the world.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed that federal, state, and local authorities are coordinating their response, and that her administration is in direct contact with the Canadian embassy. Global Affairs Canada had not issued a detailed statement at the time of publication.
A Canadian woman was killed when a gunman opened fire on tourists at the Pyramids of Teotihuacán, leaving several others injured.pic.twitter.com/HU80uW6RmL
Mexico's security cabinet disclosed that the gunman fired multiple shots at the archaeological complex, killing a Canadian national and injuring an unspecified number of people. Officials confirmed that the suspect died by suicide shortly after the attack, bringing the immediate threat to an end.
Law enforcementrecovered a firearm, a bladed weapon, and live ammunitionfrom the scene, indicating the attacker may have been prepared for a more extensive assault. Authorities have not released the identity of the suspect or provided further details about a possible motive.
Emergency services responded swiftly, transporting the injured to nearby hospitals. The severity of their conditions has not been fully disclosed, though officials stated that all victims are receiving appropriate care.
President Sheinbaum expressed deep sorrow following the incident, describing it as a tragedy that has 'deeply hurt' the nation. In a statement shared publicly, she extended condolences to the victims and confirmed that authorities across federal, state, and local levels are coordinating their response.
'What happened today in Teotihuacán deeply hurts us. I express my most sincere solidarity with the people affected and their families,' she said, adding that her administration is in direct contact with the Canadian embassy.
Lo ocurrido hoy en Teotihuacán nos duele profundamente. Expreso mi más sincera solidaridad con las personas afectadas y sus familias. Estamos en contacto con la embajada de Canadá.He instruido al Gabinete de Seguridad a investigar a fondo estos hechos y brindar todos los…https://t.co/ceBDNjKxDv
The involvement of a foreign national has prompted international attention, with officials from Global Affairs Canada yet to issue a detailed response at the time of reporting. Diplomatic coordination is expected to intensify as more information becomes available.
Source: International Business Times UK
