Gunmen kill 11 at religious festival in Mexico’s Guanajuato state
Summary
A shooting during a religious event in Irapuato, Guanajuato, Mexico, left 11 people dead and over 20 injured. The incident happened amid ongoing violence in the region, linked to gang conflicts.Key Facts
- The shooting occurred during a celebration for the Nativity of John the Baptist in Irapuato, Mexico.
- 11 people were killed, including a 17-year-old, eight men, and two women.
- At least 20 other people were injured in the attack.
- The Guanajuato state prosecutor’s office is investigating the incident.
- Guanajuato is a region in Mexico with high levels of violence due to gang conflicts.
- Local officials are calling the attack a "cowardly act" and are seeking those responsible.
- Psychological support is being offered to the families affected by the attack.
- Guanajuato recorded over 3,000 homicides last year, the highest in Mexico.
- The violence in Guanajuato is largely attributed to a conflict between the Santa Rosa de Lima gang and the Jalisco New Generation cartel.
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