A 32-year-old Canadian woman was killed and 13 others were injured after a gunman opened fire at the historic Teotihuacán archaeological site in Mexico, according to Mexican authorities. The attacker later died by suicide, officials confirmed.
The incident took place at one of Mexico’s most visited tourist attractions, the ancient pyramid complex of Teotihuacán, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located near Mexico City.
Authorities said the victims ranged in age from 6 to 61 years old, with several foreign nationals among the injured, including citizens from Canada, Colombia, and Russia.
Mexico’s security cabinet said the injured were taken to hospital for treatment, while police recovered a firearm, a bladed weapon, and ammunition from the scene.
Prosecutors identified the shooter as Julio César Jasso Ramírez, a Mexican national, though no further details were released.
President Claudia Sheinbaum expressed her condolences and said she was closely monitoring the situation, adding that she had instructed security officials to investigate and provide support to victims and their families.
Canada’s Foreign Minister Anita Anand confirmed the death of a Canadian citizen and said consular assistance was being provided.
Eyewitnesses described scenes of panic as tourists fled the site after hearing gunshots.
A British couple told the BBC that there was “chaos and confusion,” with visitors running toward exits while security response appeared uncoordinated.
The Teotihuacán complex, home to the iconic Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, is a major tourist destination and is expected to play a role in World Cup-related events later this year, as Mexico prepares to co-host the tournament.
Authorities stressed that despite Mexico’s broader security challenges, attacks targeting tourists at major archaeological sites remain rare. Investigations into the motive behind the shooting are ongoing.
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