Gunmen attack bar in Playa del Carmen, one injured
Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo — Gunmen in a Dodge Durango fired multiple shots at the Babies Hot bar early Monday morning, wounding a worker, authorities said.
The attack occurred on Calle 4 at the Boulevard Playa del Carmen intersection. Patrons and employees called 911 after hearing gunshots, requesting paramedics and police to secure the scene.
Paramedics treated the bar’s bouncer at the scene before transporting him to the General Hospital for specialized care.
Police cordoned off the area to preserve evidence, finding at least four spent shell casings at the scene.
Authorities launched a search operation for the suspects, but no arrests were made. The attackers reportedly fled, taking advantage of a lack of surveillance in the area.
Javier Mendez covers public safety, law enforcement, and legal affairs in Quintana Roo. He monitors official reports from the FGE (State Prosecutor's Office), the Mexican Navy, and municipal police to deliver accurate English summaries of crime, trafficking cases, arrests, and court rulings affecting the Riviera Maya region.Javier has been covering crime and public safety news since 2023, reporting on cases ranging from felony arrests and human trafficking investigations to court proceedings and organized crime-related incidents across Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Chetumal. His reporting provides English-speaking residents and travelers with reliable, timely information about safety conditions in Quintana Roo's major tourist destinations.Javier works closely with official government sources and press offices to verify facts before publication, and maintains an archive of law enforcement communications to provide context for ongoing stories. He is dedicated to accurate, factual reporting on complex safety issues that affect both residents and visitors to the region.For story tips: javier@rivieramayanews.mx
