Mexico pyramid shooting kills tourist

The shocking attack at one of Mexico's most popular archaeological sites has raised serious concerns about security ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Witness accounts describe a scene of 'confusion and terror' as tourists scrambled for safety while the gunman paced the ancient structure.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum admitted the site lacked adequate security measures and vowed to bolster protection at all major tourist destinations.

Investigators believe Jasso acted alone and had been studying the site for two months prior to the massacre, leaving behind disturbing AI-generated images at the scene.

Witness of shooting at Toetihuacan Pyramids describes 'scene of confusion and terror' 📹 CTV News — Apr 22, 13:23 PM
Mexico to beef up security at tourist sites after shooting at pyramids in lead up to World Cup ABC7 Los Angeles — Apr 22, 11:41 AM
Tourist recalls Teotihuacan pyramids shooting The Globe and Mail — Apr 22, 11:14 AM
B.C. tourists smile at Mexico pyramid. Behind them, a gunman, moments before killing CTV News — Apr 22, 09:31 AM
Mexico makes World Cup security vow after fatal Teotihuacan pyramids shooting The Independent — Apr 22, 08:12 AM
Mexico pledges World Cup safety after shooting at ancient pyramids The Straits Times — Apr 22, 07:10 AM
World Cup host Mexico pledges security at tourist sites after shooting Al Jazeera — Apr 22, 07:15 AM
World Cup co-host Mexico ramps up security at tourist sites after shooting South China Morning Post — Apr 22, 06:06 AM
Mexico pyramid shooter Julio César Jasso planned Teotihuacán massacre for 2 months, had picture in hotel room showing scene of attack: reports NY Post — Apr 22, 08:51 AM
Mexican gunman left AI photo of himself with Columbine killers at scene of shooting Irish Independent — Apr 22, 04:30 AM

Teotihuacan
Ancient Mesoamerican city

Julio César Jasso

Pyramid of the Moon
Second largest pyramid in Teotihuacan (Mexico), built by a Mesoamerican culture

Claudia Sheinbaum
President of Mexico since 2024