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Navy Cites Protocol Compliance After Puerto Vallarta Base Shooting of Civilian

Officials cite graduated-force rules under FGR oversight.

Overview

  • A civilian approached the guard post of the 12th Naval Zone in Puerto Vallarta on Saturday and displayed an object the Navy described as similar to a firearm.
  • Semar says security protocols were activated and personnel applied progressive force before using disabling shots to subdue the individual.
  • Naval medical staff provided first aid and transferred the man to a hospital, and authorities reported the incident was captured on video circulating online.
  • The Navy notified the Federal Attorney General’s Office and municipal authorities, with the case under review in line with the Manual on the Use of Force.
  • La Jornada reports authorities identified the patient as 18-year-old Landon Dilan and say he remains intubated with a reserved prognosis, while some outlets differed earlier on the type of weapon involved.