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School Shooting in Mexico: 15-Year-Old Student Kills Two Women

Published March 25, 2026, 07:09
School Shooting in Mexico: 15-Year-Old Student Kills Two Women

A shocking crime has shaken Mexico, as a 15-year-old student opened fire at a private school in the state of Michoacán, killing two women. Authorities announced that the perpetrator was arrested immediately after the incident. The victims were a teacher and a member of the administrative staff, according to officials. The crime took place at the Macarenko private school in the city of Lázaro Cárdenas. The women had multiple gunshot wounds and were found dead at the scene. The state prosecutor's office has not clarified the positions of the victims at the school. The state of Michoacán faces high crime rates due to the activity of drug cartels and other gangs involved in kidnappings and other illegal activities. However, armed attacks on schools are not common in Mexico, despite the overall violence associated with organized crime. The incident caused shock and concern in the local community, while authorities are investigating the motives of the 15-year-old perpetrator. The case is expected to raise discussions about school safety and the need for stricter violence prevention measures.