The governor of Querétaro, Mauricio Kuri, spoke out yesterday against the armed attack that occurred at the “Los Cantaritos” bar, where 10 people died and 13 were injured, two of whom are in serious condition.
Through his social networks, Kuri condemned the events and reaffirmed his commitment to security and quality of life in the State. The governor reported that he is already working on a coordinated search between the state and municipal police, with the support of the State Attorney General’s Office.
He also announced a meeting in which several authorities will participate: generals of the military zone and the National Guard, the attorney general, health representatives, the Secretary of Government, the Chief of Staff, the Secretary of Citizen Security and the municipal president of Queretaro.
“Since I took office in 2021, I promised that I would always tell the truth, that there could be difficult situations, but that they will never take us with their arms crossed.”
Mauricio Kuri also wrote on his with criminals.”
He stressed that to bring the guilty before the law, coordination is essential “to offer peace of mind to society. “I reiterate my call to depoliticize the issue of insecurity and undertake genuine cooperation for the benefit of Mexico, as we are doing in Querétaro.”
Likewise, he called on citizens to stay informed through official channels and avoid speculation or partisan accusations regarding this case, ensuring that all the progress of the investigation will be made known.
A night stained by violence
At the heart of the event that shocked the community, one of the key witnesses of the event was DJ Mau Rivera, who on Saturday night was in charge of the musical entertainment at the “Los Cantaritos” establishment.
Through his Instagram account, the DJ shared a video through one of his stories, showing what the atmosphere was like before the attack.
In the images, you can see the attendees enjoying the evening, with several young people dancing to the rhythm of “Morado” by J Balvin, while others concentrated on the broadcast of a soccer game that was projected on the bar’s screens.
The clip reflects a festive atmosphere, where music and fun were intertwined, creating an atmosphere of coexistence between friends and strangers, who enjoyed the moment without imagining that in a few minutes their reality would change drastically.
The tragedy then began when four armed individuals entered the establishment and opened fire on the diners.
With information from El Universal
Suspects and vehicles fall
It is expected that in the next few hours the state prosecutor’s office will offer progress on the case. At the moment, the arrest of four people (three men and one woman), as well as three seized cars, including a truck that the alleged murderers burned to cover their tracks, has already emerged.
The traces left by the attack
- Facts – The tragedy shook the city of Querétaro on Saturday night when around 9:00 p.m., an armed commando broke into the “Los Cantaritos” bar, located on Avenida Circunvalación, near Calzada de Los Arcos, and opened fire on the people. diners.
- Victims – The preliminary toll of the attack is 10 people killed, seven men and three women, and at least 13 others injured, including two seriously.
- Survivors – According to witnesses, multiple shots were heard inside the establishment, which generated panic among those present. The municipal police indicated that at least four hitmen were involved in the attack. The subjects arrived with long weapons at the bar and shot at the customers.
- Investigation – The State Attorney General’s Office began the corresponding investigations and the authorities announced the arrest of one of the alleged perpetrators and the seizure of the truck with which they arrived and left the place.
The violence is uncontrollable: opposition
The massacre in Querétaro is a tragedy that exposes the inability of federal authorities to guarantee security, stated the president of the PRI, Alejandro “Alito” Moreno Cárdenas.
On social networks, the senator also questioned how many more deaths the country must suffer before the Government acts forcefully. He maintained that the federal government must assume its responsibility and “seriously confront this security crisis that is breaking down every corner of Mexico. “Their lack of action and commitment is leaving the country in the hands of violence and fear.”
Moreno Cárdenas warned that it is unacceptable that they continue to fail the people of Mexico. “Enough of so much inability, we need forceful actions and a real strategy that returns peace and tranquility to the country!” he demanded.
For his part, PRI deputy Rubén Moreira pointed out that the event “will soon be forgotten. The propagandists will say that it is the fault of a government that ended 12 years ago.”
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