**Shooting at Mexicali General Hospital Leaves One Dead**
**By Eduardo Villa**
A violent shooting occurred on the afternoon of September 3, 2024, at the General Hospital in Mexicali. Initial reports indicate that one person was killed as they attempted to seek refuge from an armed pursuer.
The incident unfolded on the hospital’s premises located near the Civic Center around 2:40 PM. Witnesses report that two individuals ran towards the hospital, with one attempting to escape from the other, who was armed.
The victim, still unidentified, tried to hide within the hospital grounds but was shot multiple times—approximately 10 shots were fired. The assailant fled the scene heading towards the Pasadena neighborhood.
Descriptive details of the suspect include tattooed arms, approximate height of 1.70 meters, short hair, and wearing black clothing with brown sneakers. Local police and investigators are actively patrolling the area to locate the suspect, while forensic experts gather evidence at the crime scene.
The motive for the crime remains unknown at this time.
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These incidents highlight the increasing violence encroaching into what are typically considered safe zones, drawing attention to security concerns at medical facilities in the region.
For continuing updates and more details on these incidents, stay tuned to TJGringo.com.
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