The driver involved in a mass-casualty incident during celebrations for a Mexican soccer team victory in Cabo San Lucas died Tuesday at 9:43 a.m. in La Paz. According to Alberto Rentería Santana, secretary general of the Los Cabos city council, the man had been hospitalized in serious condition at the Juan María de Salvatierra Hospital since the event occurred nearly one week ago.
The municipal government of Los Cabos confirmed that all medical care for the driver was provided through public hospital facilities, ensuring that the treatment did not result in an additional financial burden for the family.
Current Status of the Investigation
The Procuraduría General de Justicia del Estado (PGJE) is currently managing the legal investigation into the incident. According to Rentería Santana, the city council is cooperating with authorities by providing necessary information to assist in the process. The PGJE previously stated that it has opened investigation files to determine legal responsibility for both the initial vehicle incident and the subsequent physical altercations allegedly suffered by the driver at the scene.
Government Response and Support for Victims
Local authorities are continuing to monitor the health status of the individuals injured during the celebrations. Rentería Santana noted that the municipal government maintains ongoing communication with the family of the deceased. The investigation remains active, with the PGJE tasked with clarifying the events that led to the injuries and the driver’s eventual death.
The PGJE is investigating both the probable responsibility in the incident and the aggressions that the driver allegedly suffered after the incident.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was the driver being treated before his death?
The driver was receiving specialized medical care at the Juan María de Salvatierra Hospital in the city of La Paz.
What is the status of the injured victims?
According to the secretary general of the Los Cabos city council, local authorities are continuing to monitor the health of those injured in the incident.
Who is responsible for the investigation?
The Procuraduría General de Justicia del Estado (PGJE) is responsible for the investigation, which includes looking into the incident involving the vehicle and the alleged subsequent aggression against the driver.
How will these dual investigations affect the resolution for the families involved?
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