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Mexican Mayoral Candidate and Three Supporters Killed During Campaign Rally

The attack in Texistepec, Veracruz, captured on Facebook Live, highlights the escalating violence targeting local politicians in Mexico ahead of the June 1 elections.

Yesenia Lara Gutiérrez is seen in a photo taken from her Facebook page. Gutiérrez was killed along with three other people when gunfire broke out during a campaign march.
Navy officers stand guard near a vehicle involved in a shootout in Veracruz, Mexico, Monday, May 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Victoria Razo)
Members of the general prosecutor's office and the Navy stand guard near a vehicle involved in a shootout in Veracruz, Mexico, Monday, May 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Victoria Razo)

Overview

  • Yesenia Lara Gutiérrez, a Morena party mayoral candidate in Veracruz, and three supporters were killed in a shooting during a campaign rally on Sunday.
  • The attack, which left three others wounded, was live-streamed on Facebook, showing chaos as gunfire erupted during a motorcycle procession of supporters.
  • Veracruz Governor Rocío Nahle confirmed that Lara’s daughter was among the victims and vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice.
  • President Claudia Sheinbaum announced federal coordination with state authorities to investigate the attack and ensure security during the ongoing election period.
  • This marks the second killing of a mayoral candidate in Veracruz during this election cycle, underscoring the persistent threat of cartel-linked violence in local politics.