### Armed Attack on Colima Mayor’s Son Leaves Bodyguard Dead and 14 Injured
In a tragic incident on February 14, 2025, an armed assault targeting Carlos Ruvalcaba, son of the mayor of Villa de Álvarez, Colima, resulted in the death of a bodyguard and 14 people injured. The attack took place in the Burócratas neighborhood during the Women’s Parade, when armed civilians launched an unexpected assault.
The State Attorney General’s Office (FGE) reported on the incident, revealing that Carlos Ruvalcaba was the focus of the attack. Though he was injured, he remains in stable condition. Security personnel for the mayor’s son managed to fend off the assailants, but unfortunately, at the cost of one life and leaving several, including three minors, wounded. Those injured have received medical attention at local hospitals.
Esther Gutiérrez Andrade, the mayor, expressed deep sorrow over the event through her social media platforms, extending her sympathy to all affected, including the family of the deceased bodyguard. Gutiérrez Andrade has held the mayoral office since being elected in 2021, and she secured a second term in 2024 aligning with multiple political parties.
In another violent incident, on December 27, 2025, Roberto Bravo, director of the Charrostaurinos Festivities Institute, was shot inside a restaurant in a commercial plaza and died subsequently at the hospital.
### Related Incident in Colima Amplifies Security Concerns
This recent attack against the mayor’s son isn’t an isolated one. Colima has witnessed heightened tensions and violence in recent years. Earlier, Roberto Bravo, involved in organizing cultural events, was shot under suspicious circumstances that are yet to be fully understood. His involvement in local festivities and public interaction makes his assassination particularly alarming for community safety in Colima.
Authorities have been urged to escalate their security efforts to curb rising acts of violence and ensure the safety of public figures and citizens alike. Public sentiment calls for a more robust response from law enforcement to prevent further incidents and secure the city’s neighborhoods.