A man was killed and a 6-year-old child was injured during a shooting at a taco stand in Guadalajara’s 5 de Mayo neighborhood on Sunday morning. The attack occurred at the intersection of José María Méndez Olivares and Pedro García Conde, prompting an immediate mobilization of the Guadalajara Police and the Mexican Army.
What happened during the shooting in Guadalajara?
According to the Guadalajara Police, the victim was a man between the ages of 30 and 35. He was shot at a barbacoa taco stand and sustained at least two gunshot wounds to the skull, resulting in his death at the scene.
Witnesses provided varying accounts of the attack. Some reports told authorities that a single individual approached the man, fired without speaking, and fled on a motorcycle. Other witnesses suggested that two suspects were involved, though both versions agreed the perpetrators escaped using a motorcycle.
What is the status of the injured 6-year-old?
Emergency reports indicated that a 6-year-old child was injured as collateral damage during the shooting. The child was initially moved to a clinic before being transferred to the Hospital Civil de Guadalajara.
As of 15:30 on Sunday, the Guadalajara Police confirmed the child’s medical status is currently reported as reserved.
What evidence was found at the scene?
Authorities recovered 12 ballistic items at the intersection of José María Méndez Olivares and Pedro García Conde. These items, consisting of 10 shell casings and 2 projectiles, were collected to be added to the chain of custody for the murder investigation.
The victim’s body was transported to the facilities of the Instituto Jalisciense de Ciencias Forenses (IJCF) to await identification by relatives. The investigation by the Fiscalía de Jalisco may lead to the identification of the motive and the location of those responsible for the homicide.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who was the victim in the Guadalajara shooting?
The victim was a man between the ages of 30 and 35. - Where did the attack take place?
The shooting occurred at a barbacoa taco stand at the intersection of José María Méndez Olivares and Pedro García Conde in the 5 de Mayo neighborhood. - What is the condition of the child involved?
The 6-year-old child was transferred to the Hospital Civil de Guadalajara and is in reserved condition.
Will the investigation by the Fiscalía de Jalisco successfully identify the suspects involved in this attack?
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