Overview
- The shooting occurred on October 15 at about 3 p.m. outside Cobao Plantel 6 in Putla Villa de Guerrero as the teacher approached her vehicle.
- Witnesses reported that a gunman on a motorcycle fired at close range and fled the area.
- The Oaxaca state prosecutor’s office confirmed the homicide, opened a case file, and deployed a multidisciplinary team to gather interviews and video evidence.
- Forensic personnel removed the victim’s body from the scene, and authorities have not announced any arrests or identified a motive.
- Students, staff, and residents voiced shock and demands for justice on social media, and both the SUTCOBAO union and Cobao leadership issued public condolences.