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Michoacán Probes Uruapan Mayor’s Killing, Questions Suspect’s Death After Detention

Officials are examining possible failures by the mayor’s escorts and a Guardia Nacional ring.

Overview

  • State forensic teams returned to the Uruapan crime scene Monday night to conduct new evidence-gathering procedures, the prosecutor’s office said.
  • The governor reported the attacker was detained and then fatally shot once during a struggle, and authorities are investigating why he was killed after being subdued.
  • Officials confirmed the assailant has been identified as a 17-year-old, countering earlier unverified claims that pointed to a so‑called phantom or foreign shooter.
  • Authorities say the case appears connected to organized crime operations, though all lines of inquiry remain open as they work to identify the cell and motive.
  • Civil groups announced a nationwide march for November 15, with Mexico City’s rally set to start 11:00 a.m. at the Ángel de la Independencia and police warning of road closures and possible Metrobús adjustments along the route.