Moments of tension were recorded on security cameras during a armed attack occurred in the La Brigada neighborhood, zone 7 of Mixcowhere a man was shot to death after being intercepted by an armed individual who was waiting for him in front of a store in the area. The attacker, who used mask, cap and sweatshirt To hide his identity, he fired repeatedly and fled the scene, even though the weapon jammed for a few seconds before continuing the attack.
The victim was preliminarily identified as Smailin Álvarez López, 43 years oldwho died from multiple gunshot wounds, as confirmed by the Volunteer Firefighters. Authorities are investigating whether the incident would be related to disputes between criminal structures that operate in the sector.
During the program Direct Impactfrom Guatevisión, analysts and drivers They addressed the severity of the attack and the risk to neighbors and merchants who were near the scene at the time of the shooting.
They investigate possible criminal dispute
The Volunteer Firefighters confirmed the death of Álvarez López, who had multiple wounds caused by firearm projectiles.
The authorities investigate whether the attack would be related to disputes between criminal structures that operate in the sector.
Analysts warn of risks
In Direct Impact The danger faced by neighbors and merchants who were close to the attack was pointed out. “The people who do not have a candle at this funeral (…) could also reach one of these bullets,” it was said during the program.
They were also warned about the risks for those who were at a food sale, in a store or on public roads. “These are the collateral damages that we have talked about so many times,” he expressed.
About the way he acted the attacker, one of the analysts stated: “The indifference, the coldness, the lack of remorse makes my skin cold.” He added that this type of incident reflects dehumanized behavior: “He has completely dehumanized himself to be cold-blooded and carry out this type of maneuver.”
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