Shooting at Teotihuacan pyramids leaves Canadian tourist dead, six injured
A gunman opened fire at the Teotihuacan archaeological site in Mexico on Monday, resulting in the death of a Canadian tourist and injuries to six others. The shooter, who fired periodic shots from the Pyramid of the Moon, later died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to police. Cristobal Castaneda, the security secretary for Mexico state, confirmed the incident at the popular tourist destination, home to pre-Aztec pyramids. Videos circulated on social media showed tourists taking cover behind stairs as shots were fired. Mexico City Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum expressed deep sorrow over the event, offering solidarity to those affected and their families. The Teotihuacan pyramids, a UNESCO World Heritage site, attract numerous visitors annually. The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation by authorities. No further details about the victims' identities or conditions were immediately released.
Key facts
- A Canadian tourist was killed in the shooting
- Six people were injured in the incident
- The shooting occurred at the Teotihuacan pyramids in Mexico
- The event took place on Monday
- The gunman died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound
- Cristobal Castaneda confirmed the details as security secretary for Mexico state
- Videos on social media showed the gunman firing from the Pyramid of the Moon
- Claudia Sheinbaum expressed solidarity with those affected
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Locations
- Teotihuacan
- Mexico
- Mexico City
- Mexico state