Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:27:03 +0000
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by Elena Vance -

Gunman opens fire from Pyramid of the Moon at Teotihuacán; Canadian tourist killed, site closed

An armed individual opened fire from atop the Pyramid of the Moon at the Teotihuacán archaeological site on April 20, 2026, killing a Canadian tourist and wounding multiple people.

Authorities reported at least 13 people were injured in the attack. The shooter died at the scene; officials say he committed suicide.

Mexico’s National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) announced the Teotihuacán archaeological site will remain closed until further notice.

Teotihuacán is a major archaeological complex and UNESCO World Heritage site located about 50 kilometres northeast of Mexico City and is one of Mexico’s most visited tourist sites. “La Zona Arqueológica de Teotihuacan permanecerá cerrada hasta nuevo aviso,” INAH said in its bulletin.