:quality(70)/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/elfinanciero/72AUXY7SSRGWHNKXUAUHF6JUFA.jpg "1 element of the National Guard dies – El Financiero")
Two separate armed attacks occurred in Mexico on Friday, leaving one dead and several injured, according to official reports. The first incident took place on the Nuevo Laredo – Monterrey highway, where a group of armed civilians attacked National Guard members. The shooting resulted in the death of one guard and left another injured, prompting immediate medical attention. The Tamaulipas Security Spokesperson’s Office confirmed the incident and announced that an investigation is underway to gather more details.
In another tragic event on the same day, the driver of a passenger bus was shot and killed in Oaxaca during an armed attack. Two additional individuals sustained injuries and were swiftly taken to a hospital in Tierra Blanca, Veracruz for treatment. The bus, belonging to the Palmar Galaxi line with the Tierra Blanca-Acatlán route of Pérez Figueroa, came under attack with bullets, resulting in the death of 50-year-old Ismael ME, the driver. Authorities suspect that the incident may have been an attempted assault.
The passengers on the bus were forced to find a way to leave the scene following the attack. The disturbing events have sparked concerns about the safety and security of individuals traveling on these routes in Mexico. The local police are actively investigating both incidents to determine the motives behind the attacks.
The two incidents serve as a reminder of the ongoing challenges posed by violence and criminal activities in certain parts of Mexico, raising urgent questions about the protection and safety of citizens and law enforcement personnel. More information is expected to emerge as the investigations progress.