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Students March in Morelia After Killing of Uruapan Mayor Carlos Manzo

Students rallied for justice after the mayor’s assassination, using white clothing and hats as symbols.

Overview

  • UMSNH students and other participants gathered at Plaza Morelos before 1 p.m. and moved toward Morelia’s Historic Center along Avenida Acueducto.
  • Banners at the front read "Justice for Carlos Manzo and peace for Michoacán," reflecting demands to end violence in the state.
  • Organizers asked marchers to wear white and hats in reference to Manzo’s signature attire and his independent movement’s emblem.
  • A separate student contingent departed from Calzada La Huerta near the Lázaro Cárdenas monument with an expected convergence at the Cathedral and Government Palace.
  • La Crónica de Hoy reported later disturbances at the Government Palace, police intervention using tear gas, at least four detentions, and official pledges to reinforce security and pursue the case.