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Shootout During Police Operation in North Morelia Leaves Three Detained, Search Underway

Authorities report three in custody after weapons were seized, with others sought after fleeing in a gray car.

Overview

  • The exchange of gunfire occurred on calle Samaria in colonia Gertrudis Sánchez near the Elektra on avenida Torreón Nuevo, behind the business La Picosita.
  • Preliminary accounts indicate the clash began when armed individuals tried to evade a police inspection and opened fire on officers.
  • Elements of the Guardia Civil, Policía Morelia and Guardia Nacional were deployed to secure the area and coordinate the response.
  • Officials say three suspects were detained and multiple firearms were seized, while other participants escaped in a gray vehicle.
  • Security operations expanded across northern Morelia, including the Periférico and the road to Chiquimitío, with details described as developing.