## Gunfire Attack on Man in Gabilondo Neighborhood, Tijuana
### By TJ Gringo
August 15, 2024
On the afternoon of Thursday, August 15, a man was critically injured in a shooting incident while sitting in his Honda Civic near the Gabilondo neighborhood in Tijuana. The attack occurred at approximately 3:41 PM on Gobernador Rico Street in the Centro delegation.
According to eyewitness accounts, the assailants, two men riding a black motorcycle and driving a black Cherokee SUV, fired several shots at the victim. The barrage of bullets caused the victim, identified as Serio Quiroz, to lose control of his vehicle. He subsequently collided with a private security truck marked with the name “TRA$CUVAT SECURIDAD PRIVADA” and another grey sedan with California plates 7BIH241.
Police officers and Red Cross paramedics promptly arrived at the scene, attending to Quiroz, who sustained injuries to his face, neck, chest, and limbs. He was rushed to a nearby hospital and remains in critical condition. Investigating officers found five 9mm bullet casings at the site.
### Secondary Article: Recent Gun Violence in Tijuana
In recent months, Tijuana has witnessed an alarming increase in gun violence. In a separate yet related incident last week, a man was shot outside a popular shopping center in the Zona RÃo area. The brazen daytime attack left the community in shock and raised concerns among local authorities about escalating crime rates.
Police departments in Tijuana have been intensifying their efforts to curb violence, but incidents like the Gabilondo and Zona RÃo shootings highlight the persistent challenges they face. Mayor Montserrat Caballero has called for increased cooperation between federal and local law enforcement agencies to address this concerning trend and ensure the safety of residents.
Community leaders are also advocating for more preventative measures, including better street lighting and increased neighborhood patrols to deter potential crimes. Programs aimed at youth engagement and education are other key initiatives being discussed to mitigate the long-standing issues contributing to violence in the city.
Stay tuned to TJ Gringo for ongoing updates on this developing situation and other local news.