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Mexico pyramid shooting at Teotihuacán leaves one dead and six injured, Sheinbaum says
Summary
An armed man opened fire at the Pyramid of the Moon in Teotihuacán, killing one Canadian visitor and wounding six others; the gunman died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. President Claudia Sheinbaum said the incident will be investigated and that she had contacted the Canadian Embassy.
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An armed man opened fire at the Pyramid of the Moon in the Teotihuacán archaeological site near Mexico City, resulting in one death and multiple injuries. Authorities reported the gunman died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. President Claudia Sheinbaum said the incident would be investigated and that she had been in contact with the Canadian Embassy. Teotihuacán is a major international tourist site and the shooting drew attention because of its location.
Known details:
- The shooting occurred shortly after 11:30 a.m. local time at the Pyramid of the Moon.
- Mexican officials reported one Canadian visitor was killed and six people were injured.
- Authorities said the gunman died by an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
- President Sheinbaum announced an investigation and noted contact with the Canadian Embassy.
- Police and National Guard units responded and security personnel recovered weapons at the scene.
Summary:
The incident resulted in one death and several injuries and prompted a security and investigatory response by Mexican authorities. Officials have announced an investigation and consular contacts; further procedural steps beyond that were not specified.
