Mexican authorities have confirmed that the body of a Canadian tourist who was fatally shot at the Teotihuacan pyramids earlier this week has been returned to her family. The attorney general’s office for Mexico state stated that the victim’s family traveled to its regional office in Texcoco to identify her, after which her remains were handed over.
Victim Identification and Injuries
The Canadian woman’s identity has not been officially released, but she was the sole fatality when a gunman opened fire on tourists at the ancient site on Monday morning. Local officials had previously identified Delicia Li de Yong, 29, as one of the 13 injured individuals. The wounded include tourists from the United States, Colombia, Brazil, the Netherlands, and Russia.
Gunman’s Motive and Actions
Shooter Julio Cesar Jasso Ramirez, 27, was reportedly inspired by the Columbine High School massacre and acted alone. During the attack, he played music, expressed hatred for European tourists, and fired randomly as people fled down the pyramids. He later shot and killed himself at the scene.
Official Response
Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed the tragedy in Ottawa, expressing condolences to the victim’s family and friends. The Teotihuacan pyramids, a UNESCO World Heritage Site near Mexico City, attract over 1.8 million visitors annually and are one of Mexico’s most popular tourist destinations.
