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Gunmen Attack Guanajuato Soccer Field, Killing 11 and Wounding 12
world1 month ago

Gunmen Attack Guanajuato Soccer Field, Killing 11 and Wounding 12

Gunmen opened fire at a soccer field in Salamanca, Guanajuato, central Mexico, after a match, killing 11 and wounding 12. Authorities link the attack to ongoing cartel violence between the Santa Rosa de Lima gang and the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, with the mayor urging federal help and security reinforcements as investigators coordinate with federal authorities.

Indiscriminate attack at Mexican football pitch leaves 11 dead
world1 month ago

Indiscriminate attack at Mexican football pitch leaves 11 dead

Gunmen stormed a football pitch in Salamanca, Guanajuato, killing at least 11 people (including a woman and a child) and injuring about a dozen after a local match, in what witnesses described as indiscriminate firing. The motive is not yet known. The attack comes amid ongoing cartel-related violence in the region, with security forces investigating and noting the area’s history of gang activity linked to oil theft and drug trafficking.

32 Bodies Discovered in Abandoned Mexican Home, Search Continues for Loved Ones
world6 months ago

32 Bodies Discovered in Abandoned Mexican Home, Search Continues for Loved Ones

The dismembered remains of 32 people were found in an abandoned house in Guanajuato, Mexico, with 15 identified so far. The victims are believed to be linked to ongoing cartel violence in the region, which is marked by frequent mass graves and high murder rates, making Guanajuato one of the deadliest states in Mexico. Families of the missing continue to search for their loved ones amid ongoing conflict between criminal groups like the Santa Rosa de Lima gang and the Jalisco New Generation cartel.

"Mishandling Causes 19th Century Mummy's Arm to Detach in Mexican Museum"
cultural-heritage1 year ago

"Mishandling Causes 19th Century Mummy's Arm to Detach in Mexican Museum"

Mexico's federal archaeology agency, INAH, has accused the city of Guanajuato of mishandling a 19th-century mummy, resulting in the detachment of its arm during museum renovations. The incident highlights a jurisdictional dispute between INAH, which considers the mummies national patrimony, and Guanajuato, which views them as tourist attractions. The INAH criticized the lack of proper protocols and training among local personnel and demanded an accounting of the procedures followed during the renovations.

Violence Erupts at Mexican Holiday Parties, Leaving Death and Chaos in its Wake
crime2 years ago

Violence Erupts at Mexican Holiday Parties, Leaving Death and Chaos in its Wake

Survivors of a massacre in central Mexico revealed that a group initially turned away from a holiday party returned later with gunmen, resulting in the killing of 11 people and injuring 14. Authorities recovered shells from seven different guns at the scene and are focusing their investigation on a group operating in the area. Guanajuato, where the incident occurred, has been plagued by violent clashes between cartels, with the state having the highest number of homicides in Mexico. President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has called for the state prosecutor to step down.

"Deadly Christmas: 16 Lives Lost in Guanajuato Shootings"
crime2 years ago

"Deadly Christmas: 16 Lives Lost in Guanajuato Shootings"

Gunmen attacked a Christmas party in the town of Salvatierra, Guanajuato, killing 12 people, while four others died in a separate shooting in Salamanca. The state of Guanajuato has been plagued by violent turf battles between drug cartels, with high levels of violence and drug use. Mexico's president called for the resignation of the state prosecutor due to the ongoing violence. In a separate incident in Tulum, three men were shot dead and four others injured in a bar, possibly related to a dispute over drug sales.

"Deadly Holiday Party Attack Claims 12 Lives in Mexico, Authorities Investigate"
crime2 years ago

"Deadly Holiday Party Attack Claims 12 Lives in Mexico, Authorities Investigate"

A group opened fire on party guests attending a holiday party in the central Mexican state of Guanajuato, leaving 12 people dead. The attack occurred during a traditional Mexican party called a posada. Guanajuato has experienced increasing violence in recent years due to tensions between drug trafficking groups. Further details about the attack and the victims have yet to be released.

"Deadly Christmas: 16 Lives Lost in Guanajuato Shootings"
crime2 years ago

"Deadly Christmas: 16 Lives Lost in Guanajuato Shootings"

Gunmen attacked a Christmas party in Salvatierra, Guanajuato, killing twelve people, while four others died in a separate shooting in Salamanca. Guanajuato has been plagued by violent clashes between rival drug cartels, with the state consistently having the highest number of homicides in Mexico. In a separate incident in Tulum, three men were shot dead and four others injured at a bar, possibly due to a dispute over drug sales. Shootouts between local drug gangs in Tulum have previously resulted in the deaths of tourists caught in the crossfire. The U.S. State Department has issued a travel alert for Mexico's Caribbean beach resorts, urging increased situational awareness, particularly after dark.

Tragic Discovery: 5 University Students Found Dead in Violence-Plagued Mexican City
crime2 years ago

Tragic Discovery: 5 University Students Found Dead in Violence-Plagued Mexican City

The bodies of five university students, all young men, were found stuffed in a vehicle on a dirt road in north-central Mexico. The governor of Guanajuato has promised an "exhaustive" investigation into the killings. The area where the bodies were found has experienced drug cartel violence in recent years. The victims were students at the Latina University of Mexico, which has suspended classes in mourning. While local media reports suggest the men were shot to death, prosecutors have not confirmed this. In June, a car bomb set off by a drug cartel in Celaya killed a National Guard officer.

Mexican Architecture: Cruciform Plan with Stone Volumes and Alleys.
architecture2 years ago

Mexican Architecture: Cruciform Plan with Stone Volumes and Alleys.

HW studio arquitectos designs ENSO HOUSE II in Guanajuato, Mexico, with a cruciform residential plan that divides the space into four quadrants by a cross of stone alleys. Each quadrant is assigned a specific function, with the design emphasizing the region's cultural and architectural heritage through the use of local stone and a focus on the surrounding landscape. The building's largest windows face south, providing a visual connection to the mountain of Santa Maria, while a long, arched stone wall protects the entrance and emphasizes the horizontal presence of the mountain in the background.