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Two More Arrested in Tulum Cenote Shooting That Killed Argentine Barber, Total Now Four

Prosecutors say the attack likely stemmed from a small‑scale drug dispute between criminal groups.

Overview

  • Quintana Roo authorities detained Hugo Daniel N., known as “El Maniaco,” and Cristian Eduardo N. in Playa del Carmen in connection with the January 9 shooting.
  • Earlier arrests of Fernando Jonathan N. and Adán Osvaldo N. bring the number of detainees to four, with all accused in the homicide and related injuries.
  • Investigators describe the incident as linked to narcomenudeo and a territorial dispute, with the probe continuing to clarify organizational ties.
  • Jonatan Emanuel Minucci, 37, was shot at the Vesica Cenote Club and died at the IMSS‑Bienestar hospital, while Deyran de Jesús N. and Saúl N. were wounded.
  • The Argentine consulate was notified to assist with repatriation as the case heightens concern about violence affecting tourist venues in Tulum.