Canadian Minister Anita Anand Vows Full Investigation into Mexico Pyramids Shooting That Injured Two Canadians

Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed his condolences on Tuesday following a deadly shooting at the Teotihuacán pyramids outside Mexico City that killed a Canadian tourist and wounded another, calling the incident a “terrible” act of violence.

Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand confirmed that a Canadian woman was killed and a second Canadian was injured in the shooting, which also affected citizens from the United States, Colombia, Russia, Brazil, and the Netherlands. Anand stated that Global Affairs consular officials are in contact with the families to provide assistance and pledged to “leave no stone unturned” in ensuring a thorough investigation into the attack.

Mexican officials said the shooting occurred on Monday at the Teotihuacán Archaeological Zone, a popular tourist site about 40 kilometres outside Mexico City. The gunman opened fire on a group of visitors before taking his own life. Authorities confirmed that the suspect acted alone and carried dozens of rounds of ammunition, along with materials referencing the 1999 U.S. School massacre at Columbine High School.

According to Mexico state security secretary Cristóbal Castañeda Camarillo, eight people were shot during the incident, including the deceased Canadian woman and another Canadian who was wounded. Six of the seven injured individuals have been released from hospital, while one remains under care. Additional injuries included two people who were hurt in falls during the chaos.

The victims also included a six-year-old boy and a 13-year-old, both of whom were among those injured. Castañeda Camarillo identified the other wounded nationals as a Russian citizen and two Colombian citizens at the scene, though he noted it was too early to determine the shooter’s motivation.

President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico vowed a full investigation into the shooting, thanking Canadian officials for their coordination. Sheinbaum emphasized that Mexico is committed to uncovering the full circumstances of the attack and ensuring accountability.

Prime Minister Carney acknowledged Sheinbaum’s personal attention to the matter, stating that he appreciated her engagement and the Mexican government’s commitment to a thorough probe. Carney said his thoughts remain with the families of those affected by the tragedy.

Global Affairs Canada continues to monitor the situation and provide consular support to Canadians impacted by the incident. The department reiterated its dedication to assisting citizens abroad during crises and working with international partners to ensure safety and justice.