Identity Confirmed of Gunman Behind Teotihuacán Attack That Left One Dead and Several Injured
Posted on 04/22/26 at 16:30
- Tourist killed in Teotihuacán shooting attack
- 13 injured at site
- National security reinforced
An armed attack in Teotihuacán, one of Mexico’s most important tourist sites, left a foreign victim dead and several others injured. The incident triggered national security alerts.
The shooting took place Monday morning in the archaeological zone of Teotihuacán, northwest of Mexico City.
A Canadian tourist died following the attack, according to BBC.
Shooting in Teotihuacán leaves one fatal victim
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Several other people were injured, including visitors from different nationalities.
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Authorities confirmed that the attacker was identified and later took his own life.
The site was closed while investigations continue.
Authorities identify the attacker
The alleged perpetrator was identified as Julio César Jasso Ramírez, a 27-year-old Mexican national.
According to authorities, he opened fire from one of the pyramids shortly before noon.
At the time, there was a large number of national and international tourists present.
After the attack, he was cornered by National Guard members and local police.
The attacker then reportedly took his own life.
At the scene, authorities recovered a firearm, dozens of cartridges, and a bladed weapon.
The Secretary of Security of the State of Mexico, Cristóbal Castañeda Carrillo, confirmed that he acted alone.
“There were no indications that anyone else was involved,” he said.
Victims and emergency response
A Canadian woman lost her life during Julio César Jasso Ramírez’s attack.
Among the 13 injured are eight women, three men, and two minors.
Six of the injured are U.S. citizens.
There are also three Colombians, two Brazilians, one Russian, and one Canadian among the victims.
Seven people suffered gunshot wounds.
The rest were injured from falls or impacts while trying to escape.
The emergency triggered an immediate deployment of security forces.
National Guard members and local police arrived at the scene.
The area was secured and an investigation protocol was initiated.
Government announces measures after Teotihuacán shooting attack
President Claudia Sheinbaum described the incident as unprecedented in the country.
“We had not seen something like this in Mexico,” she stated.
She indicated that the attacker showed signs of psychological issues.
She also mentioned he may have been influenced by incidents that occurred abroad.
She clarified that there is no indication of links to organized crime.
She stated that the attack was planned and that the investigation is ongoing.
The president urged the public to avoid speculation about the case.
She also ordered increased security at tourist sites.
Measures include stricter entry checks.
The installation of weapon detection systems is also being considered.
Greater presence of the National Guard is expected in these areas.
Context of the tourist site
The Teotihuacán pyramids are among the most visited destinations in Mexico.
They receive more than 1.5 million tourists each year.
The site is part of the UNESCO World Heritage list.
The attack has raised concerns about security in tourist spaces.
Authorities are keeping the site closed while investigations continue.
