On the morning of Monday, June 10th, a young man was killed in a shooting in the El Pedregal neighborhood of Cancún. The victim, who is believed to be between 25 and 30 years old, has not yet been identified.
Emergency services were alerted to the incident after receiving reports of gunfire in Region 531, on Zafiro Street, near José López Portillo Avenue. Municipal police officers were the first to arrive at the scene, where they found a man lying in the street with multiple gunshot wounds. Despite immediately requesting an ambulance, paramedics could only confirm the man's death upon their arrival.
The area was quickly cordoned off as authorities alerted the Public Prosecutor's Office to begin processing the crime scene. According to local residents, the victim was targeted by two gunmen on a motorcycle. The man was unable to escape or defend himself, ultimately succumbing to his injuries.
Investigators from the Special Prosecutor for Homicides also arrived at the scene to interview witnesses and gather information for their investigation. The body was later removed by criminal investigators.
As investigations continue, authorities are working to identify both the victim and the perpetrators of this crime. This incident underscores the ongoing efforts to combat the increasing violence in Cancún.
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