Tragic Shooting at Teotihuacan Pyramids Leaves One Dead and Several Injured
A gunman opened fire at the Teotihuacan pyramids, resulting in the death of a Canadian woman and injuries to four others. The assailant subsequently took his own life.
On April 20, 2026, a shooting incident occurred at the Teotihuacan pyramids, a renowned archaeological site near Mexico City. The attack resulted in the death of a Canadian woman and left four others injured.
The gunman, whose identity has not been disclosed, reportedly took his own life following the shooting. This tragic event has raised concerns about safety at popular tourist destinations.
In response to the incident, the Mexican government is expected to enhance security measures at tourist sites, particularly in light of the upcoming World Cup.
Updates
Update at 05:23 UTC on 2026-04-22
NPR News reported Mexico's government is boosting security at tourist sites in preparation for the World Cup after a man opened fire at the Teotihuacan pyramids.
Sources: NPR News