"There were thousands of people there, and there were a lot of gunshots that just kept coming. The attacker shot and killed himself at the scene."
"Teotihuacan is undergoing a $1.7m renovation, its largest in 30 years, aimed at enhancing visitor services and on-site museums."
"Violence of this kind is unprecedented at archaeological sites in Mexico in modern times, and Teotihuacan has long been considered extremely safe for visitors."
On April 20, a gunman opened fire from the Pyramid of the Moon at Teotihuacan, killing one Canadian woman and injuring 13 others, including children. Witnesses reported a chaotic scene with numerous gunshots. The attacker subsequently took his own life. Teotihuacan, a major archaeological site near Mexico City, is undergoing a $1.7 million renovation ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This incident marks a significant shift in the safety perception of archaeological sites in Mexico, which have historically been considered secure for visitors.
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