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Mexico City Police Officer Dies After Confronting Store Robbers

Authorities launched a coordinated probe with the city prosecutor to pursue those responsible.

Overview

  • Police Third Class Brandon López Solís, assigned to UPC Cuautepec, died after two days in a private hospital.
  • He was shot in the head while intervening in a robbery near a supermarket in the Valle Madero area of Gustavo A. Madero.
  • Security chief Pablo Vázquez confirmed the death and pledged that those involved will face justice.
  • The SSC said it is working with the FGJ to identify and detain the suspects, with surveillance video capturing the attack.
  • The agency stated the officer’s family will receive institutional, legal and psychological support, along with the corresponding benefits.