In a shocking incident, two aides of Mexico City Mayor Clara Brugada were ambushed and killed by gunmen on a motorcycle during the day in the city’s center. The victims, Ximena Guzmán, the mayor’s private secretary, and adviser José Muñoz, were attacked while Guzmán was dropping Muñoz off at work. Reports indicate that the gunmen approached Muñoz and shot him before turning their guns on Guzmán, resulting in both fatalities.
This attack has raised alarms in Mexico City, which is viewed as a relatively safe area amid Mexico’s widespread violence, particularly political assassinations linked to drug cartels. While the motive for this ambush remains unclear, experts suggest it bears the hallmark of organized crime targeting political figures.
In response to the attack, authorities have launched an investigation, seizing a motorcycle and another vehicle linked to the crime, while also gathering ballistic and fingerprint evidence at the scene. Mayor Brugada expressed her profound sorrow over the loss of her colleagues, stating that they shared many dreams and struggles. She emphasized that her administration would seek justice and not allow impunity for the perpetrators. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum expressed her condolences and pledged support for Brugada in the aftermath of this tragedy.
The attack is seen as a stark message aimed at Mayor Brugada, with security specialists indicating that it was likely instigated by drug cartels. This follows a broader trend of violence against political figures in Mexico, evidenced by past incidents, such as the 2020 assassination attempt on a former police chief, which exemplifies the ongoing risks faced by public officials amid a rising tide of organized crime.
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