According to information provided by the BBC, a car with police officers was shot at by unidentified perpetrators. The attack occurred near the town of Nahuatzen, located in an area inhabited by indigenous people.
Five policemen were killed in Mexico the day before the start of the World Cup
Local authorities reported that five policemen were killed and another five were injured on Wednesday. The services started searching for the attackers. The perpetrators of the attack have not been officially identified.
The region where the shooting occurred is heavily influenced by the Jalisco Nueva Generacion (CJNG) cartel. According to the media, this organization is considered the most powerful criminal group operating in Mexico. It is also considered one of the most brutal groups of this type in the world.
The attack on the officers occurred at a critical moment for the entire country. Mexico is hosting the World Cup, which started on Thursday at 21 in the capital of this country.
Nahuatzen is located about 300 km west of the capital. About 200 km northwest of the attack site is Guadalajara, where World Cup matches will also be held.
Despite the disturbing events of recent hours, Mexican authorities maintain that the safety of the tournament is not at risk.
