Shooting Reported Inside Health Center in Gustavo A. Madero, Mexico City
Mexico City, January 8, 2026 – A shooting occurred yesterday afternoon inside a health center in the Gustavo A. Madero borough of Mexico City, generating moments of panic among patients, medical personnel, and residents of the area. Support from Mexico City authorities was immediately requested.
The incident took place inside the Palmatitla Health Center, located at the intersection of Rubén Leñero and Ricardo Fandeño Iglesias streets, where multiple gunshots were heard.
Investigation Underway, No Injuries Confirmed
According to initial reports, at least six shell casings were found at the scene, confirming that several shots were fired inside or in the immediate vicinity of the building. As of now, authorities have not specified the exact number of impacts nor confirmed if anyone was injured during the attack. Information remains under development.
Preliminary versions suggest that the attack may have been directed at an individual on a motorcycle, although details regarding their identity or whereabouts have not been released.
Following a 911 emergency call, Mexico City security personnel immediately responded to the health center to cordon off the area, secure evidence, and initiate the corresponding investigations. Personnel from the Attorney General’s Office of Mexico City also arrived at the scene to collect evidence, retrieve shell casings, and pursue lines of investigation.
As of the close of this report, no arrests have been made in connection with the incident, nor has an official statement been issued regarding potential suspects. Residents in the sector reported moments of panic after hearing the gunshots, and the public was advised to exercise caution and avoid the area while official proceedings continue.
Escalating Violence in Mexico City
This event occurs one month after the murder of a cyclist in the Venustiano Carranza borough, who suffered up to eight impacts from unknown assailants. Additionally, in late November, a shooting in the Iztapalapa borough resulted in one death and six arrests, with the conflict reportedly stemming from alleged drug sales.
While Mexico City is not immune to crime and insecurity, the level of violence that has erupted in 2025 and early 2026 is notable, as it is now reaching areas previously considered safe. This has led to a crisis in the perception of insecurity among residents.
According to journalist Óscar Balderas, violence in Mexico City manifests on two levels: in peripheral areas with historical organized crime presence, and in new areas of the city where attacks occur in broad daylight. He also indicated that boroughs such as Iztapalapa, Tláhuac, and Milpa Alta are key points for criminal groups like the Jalisco New Generation Cartel and La Familia Michoacana, while Tlalpan is territory for the Sinaloa Cartel.
Source: El Universal Online, La Silla Rota, Infobae
