Mayor of Uruapan Assassinated During “Day of the Dead” Celebration

Over the weekend, the town of Uruapan in Mexico’s Michoacan province was shaken by the brutal assassination of its mayor, Carlos Manzo, during the traditional “Day of the Dead” celebrations. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community and beyond, prompting strong reactions from political figures.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum expressed her disbelief and condemnation of the heinous act. In a tweet, she stated: “I condemn in the strongest possible terms the vile assassination of the mayor of Uruapan, Carlos Manzo. I express my deepest condolences to his family and loved ones, as well as to the people of Uruapan, for this irreparable loss.”

Even in Washington, D.C., the impact of Mayor Manzo’s assassination was felt. Christopher Landau, the former ambassador to Mexico and current US Deputy Secretary of State, expressed his condolences, saying: “On this All Souls’ Day, my thoughts are with the family and friends of Carlos Manzo, mayor of Uruapan, Michoacán, Mexico, who was assassinated at a public Day of the Dead celebration last night. The US stands ready to deepen security cooperation with Mexico to wipe out organized crime on both sides of the border.”

The tragic event has highlighted the ongoing challenges of organized crime and violence in Mexico, and the need for increased collaboration and security measures to combat these issues. The loss of Mayor Manzo has left a void in the community of Uruapan, and his memory will be honored as efforts are made to ensure justice and safety for all.