In a shocking act of violence, two prominent aides to Mexico City's mayor were killed in a seemingly professional attack, raising concerns over political safety amid ongoing threats.
Gunman Targets Mayor's Aides in Deadly Attack in Mexico City
Gunman Targets Mayor's Aides in Deadly Attack in Mexico City
Tragic roadside shooting claims lives of two close aides to Mayor Clara Brugada as violence against politicians escalates in the region.
The mayor of Mexico City, Clara Brugada, is mourning the loss of two of her closest aides after a brutal roadside shooting occurred on Tuesday morning. The victims, Ximena Guzmán, who served as Brugada's private secretary, and her advisor, José Muñoz, were ambushed while preparing for their daily commute.
Witnesses recounted how an armed assailant opened fire on Guzmán's vehicle as she stopped on a busy avenue to pick up Muñoz. The gunman is described as having fled the scene on a motorcycle, reportedly with an accomplice, and authorities are investigating the incident, which adds to a troubling pattern of violence targeting local politicians across Mexico.
Brugada, visibly shaken at a subsequent news conference, recalled the years of collaboration she shared with Guzmán and Muñoz, pledging that their murders would not go unpunished. This sentiment was echoed by President Claudia Sheinbaum, who condemned the attack as "deplorable" and offered her full support to the grieving mayor.
In the aftermath of the shooting, police secured a motorcycle and an additional vehicle believed to be involved. Investigators noted the methodical approach of the gunman, suggesting he may have had professional experience in executing such attacks. CCTV footage captured the assailant approaching Guzmán's car and firing multiple shots before escaping the scene, leaving both victims fatally wounded.
Brugada, having been elected mayor in June of the previous year, holds one of the nation’s most influential political positions. Although violence against political figures is a known threat in smaller towns, assaults in Mexico City's urban environment are relatively rare, heightening the community's concerns regarding safety and security among their leaders.
Witnesses recounted how an armed assailant opened fire on Guzmán's vehicle as she stopped on a busy avenue to pick up Muñoz. The gunman is described as having fled the scene on a motorcycle, reportedly with an accomplice, and authorities are investigating the incident, which adds to a troubling pattern of violence targeting local politicians across Mexico.
Brugada, visibly shaken at a subsequent news conference, recalled the years of collaboration she shared with Guzmán and Muñoz, pledging that their murders would not go unpunished. This sentiment was echoed by President Claudia Sheinbaum, who condemned the attack as "deplorable" and offered her full support to the grieving mayor.
In the aftermath of the shooting, police secured a motorcycle and an additional vehicle believed to be involved. Investigators noted the methodical approach of the gunman, suggesting he may have had professional experience in executing such attacks. CCTV footage captured the assailant approaching Guzmán's car and firing multiple shots before escaping the scene, leaving both victims fatally wounded.
Brugada, having been elected mayor in June of the previous year, holds one of the nation’s most influential political positions. Although violence against political figures is a known threat in smaller towns, assaults in Mexico City's urban environment are relatively rare, heightening the community's concerns regarding safety and security among their leaders.
