In brief
A Canadian woman was killed and several individuals injured in a shooting at the historic Teotihuacán pyramids near Mexico City. The attacker reportedly took his own life. Mexican authorities are investigating with support from the Canadian government.
A Canadian woman has been killed and several others injured during a violent incident at the famous Teotihuacán archaeological site, a UNESCO World Heritage site located about 60 kilometers north of Mexico City. This tragic event unfolded on Monday when a gunman opened fire before allegedly turning the weapon on himself.Authorities recovered a firearm, a bladed weapon, and live cartridges from the scene. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum expressed her condolences on social media and stated that she is coordinating with security officials to investigate the attack and support those affected.Canada’s Foreign Minister, Anita Anand, confirmed the fatality and indicated that Canadian consular officials are on-site to assist recovery efforts. Among the injured are two Colombians and a Russian national, according to State Security Secretary Cristóbal Castañeda Camarillo.Mexican officials have not yet disclosed the gunman's identity or a motive for the shooting. The pre-Hispanic area of Teotihuacán, known for its majestic pyramids, attracts millions of tourists annually and is set to host an immersive nighttime show during the upcoming World Cup.With the tournament expected to draw an influx of tourists, Mexican authorities are preparing heightened security measures in light of the ongoing violence stemming from drug cartels in the region.}
