Overview
- The 47-year-old was gunned down in the La Estancia community hours after he posted a video detailing severe storm damage across Pisaflores.
- Preliminary reports say at least two assailants opened fire and he suffered at least five gunshot wounds.
- The attackers fled the area, and state and municipal police have deployed search operations across the region.
- The Hidalgo state prosecutor’s office (PGJEH) opened a case into the killing while the PVEM confirmed his death, condemned the attack, and demanded justice.
- Under succession rules, substitute Silvestre García Márquez is expected to take over through 2027 once the state congress convenes.