The crime scene at the top
The prosecutor of the State of Mexico, José Luis Cervantes, confirmed it with forensic dryness: the guy who opened fire from the top of the Pyramid of the Moon blew his own head off with his own gun. But first, he left a trail of gunpowder and blood. A 32-year-old Canadian woman did not survive. Thirteen more people were injured, seven by gunshot.
The attacker’s name was Julio César Jasso Ramírez, 27 years old, and he was not improvised. According to authorities, he stayed at a nearby hotel the day before and visited the archaeological site several times to prepare the attack. President Sheinbaum, with that tone that we already know, said that “he presented psychological problems.” As if that explains everything.
The modus operandi of the copycat
The most chilling thing was not the number of shots fired – 14, according to reports – but what he was carrying in his backpack. Delirious notes where he claimed to have “inspiration from beyond the earth” to commit the crime. And along with that, writings and materials related to the Columbine High School massacre. The researchers did not hesitate: they classified him as a “copycat”, an imitator who found a macabre manual in that American tragedy.
“The aggressor acted alone and had planned the attack in advance,” said Cervantes Martínez.
What they don’t tell you in the official bulletin
Here’s what legally stinks me: how is it possible that someone with that profile—repeated visits to Teotihuacán, disturbing notes—wasn’t on any radar? Or do radars only exist when it is convenient? The site receives thousands of tourists a year, but security always seems to react after the noise.
The authorities already promise to reinforce measures. Clear. As usual. But in the meantime, a Canadian family mourns their 32-year-old daughter who only wanted to see the pyramids.
