Violent Protests Erupt in Mexican Town Following Police Shooting of Local Man
Four officers are under investigation after 27-year-old Brandon Arellano was killed, sparking outrage and destruction in Lerdo de Tejada.
- 27-year-old Brandon Arellano was shot dead by local police in Lerdo de Tejada, Mexico, after he did not stop his car at a checkpoint.
- Following the shooting, residents of the town set fire to the municipal palace, clashed with police officers, and overturned a police car.
- Four municipal police officers have been detained and are under investigation for suspected homicide.
- Arellano's family speculate he didn't stop at the checkpoint due to fear of the local security forces, who are highly mistrusted by local residents.
- Mayor María Esther Arroniz expressed regret over Arellano's death but condemned the violent protests, stating that they feed 'hatred, vandalism and social instability.'