**Tragic Shooting at Querétaro Bar Leaves 10 Dead and 7 Injured**
A heartbreaking shooting incident took place at a bar in Querétaro, resulting in the deaths of at least 10 individuals—comprising of 7 men and 3 women—and leaving seven others wounded. The horrific event unfolded at around 9 PM on Saturday, November 10, 2024, at Los Cantaritos bar located on Circunvalación Avenue, within the San Javier neighborhood of Querétaro’s historic center.
Local reports indicate that a group of four armed individuals arrived at the bar and unleashed a barrage of gunfire, estimated to be over 50 shots. Customers inside the establishment were their primary targets before the assailants fled the scene in two trucks, heading towards La Cañada via Calzada de los Arcos.
Emergency services responded swiftly to the distress calls received by 911. Medical personnel from the Municipal Civil Protection, the Red Cross, and the Medical Emergency Regulatory Center (CRUM) rushed to the location to provide immediate assistance and transport the injured to nearby hospitals.
Following the incident, a police chase ensued along the state highway 200, leading to the apprehension of a suspect who attempted to escape in a Ford Frontier truck. Authorities captured the individual near the community of La Piedad in the El Marqués municipality. The vehicle used by the suspects was found abandoned and burned, as confirmed by Juan Luis Ferrusca Ortiz, head of Querétaro’s Municipal Public Security, through a video statement on social media.
Ferrusca Ortiz elaborated, “Upon receiving a report of gunfire on Circunvalación Street at the Los Cantaritos bar, emergency services confirmed that four armed individuals arrived in a truck, which has been identified and license plate numbers obtained.” The information has already led to the vehicle’s discovery, although it was set ablaze by the perpetrators near La Piedad, with one suspect in custody and now under investigation by the Querétaro State General Prosecutor’s Office.
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**Secondary Report: Rising Violence Concerns in Querétaro**
In the wake of the tragic shooting at Los Cantaritos bar, concerns over escalating violence in Querétaro have captured public attention. Authorities have stepped up efforts to clamp down on organized crime in the region, fearing a resurgence of gang-related violence.
Several months prior to the incident, local law enforcement agencies had been involved in multiple operations aimed at dismantling criminal networks. These efforts included seizing illegal weapons and narcotics. However, Saturday’s mass shooting has raised questions about the effectiveness of these operations, prompting community leaders to call for increased police presence and more resources dedicated to crime prevention.
Querétaro, traditionally seen as one of the safer states in Mexico, now faces the challenge of addressing these security issues head-on. Residents express a growing sense of unease, demanding action from officials to restore peace and ensure safety in public spaces.
Moving forward, authorities have assured the public of intensified investigations and a commitment to bringing those responsible for such violent acts to justice. Community stakeholders continue to advocate for collaborative approaches between law enforcement and citizens to foster a more secure environment.