By The Opinion
The armed attack that occurred in the archaeological zone of Teotihuacán exposed serious flaws in the security protocols of the site, one of the most visited in the country.
Testimonies from workers, merchants and residents reveal that, prior to the attack, surveillance measures were deficient or practically non-existent.
According to interviews conducted by the site La Silla Rota, in the complex Yes, there were video surveillance cameras, but they did not work properly. or were not constantly monitored. In addition, the accesses lacked strict controls: backpacks or belongings of visitors were not searched, which allowed the entry of objects without supervision.
Those interviewed indicated that inspections were superficial and, in many cases, non-existent, despite the high tourist influx. This situation generated an inclined environment that, after the attack, has been widely questioned by public opinion.
The attack, perpetrated by a man who shot from the Pyramid of the Moon, left one tourist dead and at least 13 people injuredwhich caused an urgent review of security protocols in archaeological areas of the country.
After the events, federal authorities announced the reinforcement of measures, including the installation of metal detector arches, a greater presence of the National Guard and stricter inspections at accesses, actions that were not previously part of the daily operation of the site.
The case has opened a debate on security in tourist and cultural spaces, showing that, despite its international relevance, Teotihuacán operated with minimal controls that did not correspond to the right level of risk.
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