Mexican officials announce 10 dead in early-morning shooting in Tehuitzingo
Summary
Ten people, including six men, three women, and a minor, were killed in an early-morning shooting at a home in Tehuitzingo, Puebla, Mexico. Authorities are investigating the attack, which happened as Mexico prepares to co-host the FIFA World Cup in less than a month.Key Facts
- The shooting took place around 1:55 a.m. local time in Tehuitzingo, a city of about 11,300 people.
- Armed individuals attacked the victims at a residence; one woman died while being taken to the hospital.
- No arrests have been made yet, and the motive is unknown.
- The state Attorney General’s Office has opened an investigation into the incident.
- Officials plan a coordinated response with the National Guard, police, and intelligence agencies.
- Mexico is preparing to host 13 World Cup matches in three cities starting June 11, with heightened security involving 100,000 personnel.
- Violence linked to drug cartels remains a major problem in Mexico, with recent high-profile attacks and government efforts to combat the criminal groups.
- The United States, led by President Donald Trump, has expressed its readiness to act against cartels, even suggesting possible operations inside Mexico, which Mexico opposes as a breach of sovereignty.
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