The Guanajuato State Attorney General's Office in Mexico has detained the suspected perpetrator behind the July shooting outside the hotel where the Cuban Under-20 soccer team was staying during the Concacaf pre-World Cup tournament. The attack resulted in the death of one police officer and injuries to another.
The incident occurred while officers from the General Directorate of Traffic and Road Police were conducting surveillance before escorting the athletes to the stadium. The main assailant has been identified as Alejandro “N”. The police have charged him with homicide against public servants and attempted homicide, while operations continue to capture other suspects involved in the attack.
Shooting Incident Details
On July 24, a group of armed attackers opened fire on the officers outside the Hotel Casa Inn Celaya Veleros. The assailants fired from multiple locations and then fled on motorcycles. Despite the officers’ attempts to repel the attack, both were critically injured. One officer, identified as Franco, succumbed to his injuries after being transported to the hospital.
This incident is part of a rising wave of violence in Celaya, one of the most dangerous municipalities for security forces in Guanajuato. This year, 18 police officers have been killed in the city, contributing to a total of 40 fallen officers across the state.
Despite the tragic event, the Cuban soccer team secured one of the four available spots for the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2025 in Chile. On August 1, they clinched the spot by defeating Honduras in a penalty shootout during the quarterfinals of the Concacaf tournament.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Shooting Incident Involving the Cuban Soccer Team
Here, we address some common questions related to the recent shooting incident involving the Cuban Under-20 soccer team in Mexico.
What was the outcome of the shooting incident?
The shooting resulted in the death of one police officer and serious injuries to another. The main suspect has been detained, and efforts are ongoing to apprehend additional perpetrators.
Who is the main suspect in the shooting?
The main suspect has been identified as Alejandro “N.” He faces charges of homicide against public servants and attempted homicide.
How has violence in Celaya affected the local police force?
Celaya has become one of the most dangerous municipalities for security forces in Guanajuato, with 18 police officers killed this year, contributing to a total of 40 officers killed across the state.
How did the Cuban soccer team perform in the tournament despite the incident?
The Cuban soccer team managed to secure one of the four spots for the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2025 in Chile by defeating Honduras in a penalty shootout during the quarterfinals of the Concacaf tournament.