Canadian killed in shooting at Mexico's ancient Teotihuacan pyramids
A Canadian visitor was killed and several others wounded in a shooting at Mexico's iconic Teotihuacan pyramid site. The incident, which occurred weeks before the country hosts the FIFA World Cup, has raised fresh concerns about tourist safety.
Mexican authorities have begun releasing details of the shooting that occurred on Monday at the Teotihuacan site north of Mexico City. The fatality has alarmed tourism operators and intensified security questions ahead of World Cup hosting duties.
Teotihuacan, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Mexico's most-visited archaeological zones, attracts millions of visitors annually. The shooting represents an unusual incident at this iconic destination.
Mexico's tourism industry has launched multiple safety initiatives to attract international visitors. However, violence incidents continue to pose risks to the country's tourism revenue streams.
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