A violent attempted robbery in Mexico City’s Benito Juárez district resulted in a shootout between police and a suspect, leaving one person dead and another injured. The incident occurred at the intersection of Insurgentes Sur and Félix Cuevas in the Tlacoquemécatl neighborhood, causing chaos among pedestrians and commuters.
The Robbery Attempt That Led to a Deadly Confrontation
According to eyewitnesses, the suspect approached a woman and attempted to snatch her handbag. When she resisted, a struggle ensued, drawing the attention of nearby police officers on patrol.
As the officers intervened, the suspect pulled out a firearm, escalating the situation. Given the busy location near public transit and heavy traffic, pedestrians scrambled for safety as gunfire erupted.
Police Response and Fatal Shooting
In an effort to neutralize the threat, one of the officers fired at the suspect, striking him and leaving him incapacitated on the sidewalk. The suspect succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Emergency services arrived promptly, providing medical attention to the injured woman, whose condition remains undisclosed.
Heavy Police Presence and Ongoing Investigation
Following the incident, a large police deployment secured the area, awaiting forensic teams to process the scene and remove the suspect’s body. Authorities are investigating the suspect’s identity and whether he was linked to other crimes in the city.
This event highlights the ongoing security challenges in Mexico City, particularly in high-traffic areas like Insurgentes Sur, where opportunistic criminals often target pedestrians.
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