Tragic Shooting at Mexican Pyramid Leaves Tourist Dead
A tragic incident occurred on Monday at Teotihuacan, a historic pyramid site in Mexico, where a gunman shot and killed a Canadian tourist and injured over a dozen others. The shooter has been identified as 27-year-old Julio Cesar Jasso, a Mexican national. After the attack, he took his own life, and authorities found a firearm, a knife, and ammunition at the scene. Officials confirmed that Jasso acted alone.
Among the injured, seven victims were hit by gunfire, while many others were hurt in the ensuing chaos as visitors rushed to escape the site. The victims included tourists from various countries, with ages ranging from 6 to 61.
Eyewitness footage reportedly shows the suspect firing from atop the Pyramid of the Moon, sending visitors scrambling for safety below. The shooting began shortly after 11:30 a.m., catching many tourists off guard.
Teotihuacan is one of Mexico’s most popular archaeological sites, attracting millions of visitors each year. In recent years, security measures at the location have fluctuated, and routine screenings are not consistently enforced, according to local guides.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum expressed her condolences on social media, emphasizing the deep pain felt by the nation and confirming that an investigation is underway in collaboration with the Canadian Embassy. Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand also shared her sorrow for the victims and their families, highlighting the tragic nature of the event.
The U.S. Ambassador to Mexico, Ronald Johnson, expressed his concern and offered support as Mexican authorities continue their investigation.
As a result of this incident, the National Institute of Anthropology and History announced that the Teotihuacan site will remain closed until further notice.
