Canadian tourist killed, 6 injured in shooting at Mexico archaeological site
- Posted on April 20, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
A tragic incident unfolded at Mexico's renowned Teotihuacan archaeological complex when a gunman opened fire on visitors, resulting in one Canadian tourist's death and six others sustaining injuries. The shooter, whose motives remain unclear, subsequently took his own life through a self-inflicted gunshot wound. This devastating event has raised serious concerns about security measures at one of Mexico's most significant historical sites and popular tourist destinations.
Canadian tourist killed, 6 injured in shooting at Mexico archaeological site
The shooter, who opened fire at the Teotihuacan pyramids on Monday, later died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said.
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