The attack, which took place while Lara guided a caravan of supporters, also caused the death of three other peopleincluding the candidate’s daughter, e Several injuries. The shocking images show Lara who greets the audience before a burst of shots brutally interview the event.
It is the Second murder of a candidate for mayor in the state of Veracruz In less than two weeks: the first had been Germán Anar Valencia, also of the Morena party, killed on April 29th.
Local and federal authorities have firmly condemned the incidentwhile the Governor of Veracruz, Rocío Nahle, spoke openly of an act of political terrorism. The Mexican government promised in -depth investigations and the arrest of the managers.
In view of the municipal elections of 1 June, Mexico confronts an alarming escalation of violence against local politiciansoften the target of criminal organizations trying to influence the public administration.
A country in shock, which once again cries a life broken by brutality.