Journalist shot dead in Uruapan: murder after interview with mayor!

Journalist shot dead in Uruapan: murder after interview with mayor!

In a shocking incident in Uruapan, Mexico, 25-year-old journalist Mauricio Cruz Solís was brutally shot shortly after an interview with the city's mayor. The incident occurred in the city center, where Cruz Solís, operator of his own news site “Minuto x Minuto,” conducted the conversation. Another person was injured in the attack, while the background to the crime remains unclear.

A dangerous place to work for journalists

Uruapan, the second largest city in the state of Michoacán with about 350,000 inhabitants, is known for its avocado growing areas. But this region is also a hotspot for criminal activity, including extortion of farmers. The governor of Michoacán, Alfredo Ramírez, was horrified by the murder and strongly condemned the act. The police have already launched an investigation to catch the perpetrators.

This murder is not only a tragic event for the family and friends of Cruz Solís, but also an alarming sign of the dangers faced by journalists in Mexico. According to the organization Reporters Without Borders, Mexico is one of the most dangerous countries for journalists in the world. Four journalists have already been killed in Mexico in 2024, further highlighting the worrying situation.