Elements of the 25th Volunteer Fire Company responded to the scene of the emergency and, upon evaluating the victims, determined that both had died from injuries caused by firearm projectiles. One of the deceased was identified as a 54-year-old man.
Preliminarily, it is presumed that the victims were in a business when they were attacked by unknown persons. However, the authorities have not yet confirmed this version or provided details about the circumstances of the event.
The Public Ministry (MP) was in charge of processing the scene and collecting evidence to establish how the attack occurred and determine the possible participation of those responsible.
So far it is unknown if the victims were together at the time of the attack or if the attackers were targeting one of them.
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Elements of the 25th Volunteer Fire Company reported an armed attack in San José Villa Nueva.
2 men, including a 54-year-old man, died at the scene due to injuries caused by firearm projectiles. #75YearsCVB pic.twitter.com/FT4Igv6rBl
— Volunteer Firefighters (@BVoluntariosGT) July 16, 2026