A shooting at Mexico's famed Teotihuacan archaeological site has left a Canadian woman dead and six others injured, prompting an urgent investigation ordered by President Claudia Sheinbaum.
President Sheinbaum stated she has instructed authorities to 'thoroughly investigate' the incident that occurred just outside Mexico City.
The attack unfolded at the UNESCO World Heritage site known for its iconic Pyramid of the Sun and Pyramid of the Moon, which draws millions of visitors annually. Details about the gunman's identity or motive remain undisclosed as authorities work to piece together the circumstances surrounding the violence.
This incident marks a rare outbreak of violence at one of Mexico's most protected tourist destinations, raising immediate concerns about security at major archaeological sites. The injured victims are receiving medical attention while Canadian officials have been notified about the death of their citizen.
Mexican authorities have secured the area and are conducting a comprehensive investigation into the shooting, which has cast a shadow over one of the country's most important cultural landmarks.