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Palizada Cancels Nov. 20 Parade After Killing of Morena Syndic

State prosecutors say they opened an investigation and reported no arrests after Karina Aurora Díaz Hernández died from gunshot wounds sustained in her car.

Overview

  • Authorities said the 57-year-old official was attacked on Nov. 17 in the El Cuyo community while driving, with her vehicle struck by multiple rounds and crashing into a wall.
  • The Campeche state prosecutor’s office confirmed she died at a local hospital and stated that investigative protocols are underway to identify those responsible.
  • Local officials tightened security in Palizada and conducted searches following the attack, though no detentions have been announced.
  • Governor Layda Sansores and national legislators publicly condemned the killing and called for a prompt clarification of the case.
  • Diaz, a teacher and former 2024 Morena mayoral candidate who criticized the current municipal administration, is the second member of the Palizada council targeted this year, according to local reports.