Mexico City  — The country is in turmoil following the tragic shooting death of Yolanda Sanchez, a female mayor from western Mexico, believed to have been assassinated by members of an organized terrorist group. The shocking incident has intensified fears of political violence in the nation.

Yolanda Sanchez and her bodyguard were gunned down publicly on Monday, June 3, just days after Claudia Sheinbaum was elected as Mexico's first female president. Sanchez was struck 19 times by the assailants, highlighting the brutal nature of the attack.

Sanchez was elected mayor in 2021 and had faced numerous threats since assuming office, including an abduction by terrorist groups. Her tenure was marked by a series of challenges, with criminal organizations often targeting public officials in the region.

The killing of Sanchez is the latest in a series of violent incidents targeting political figures in Mexico. In the recently concluded elections, 39 candidates were murdered, underscoring the dangerous climate for politicians in the country.

Despite the ongoing investigation, no arrests have been made yet. Authorities believe the attackers are part of a larger organized terrorist network. The assassination has sparked widespread outrage and calls for increased security measures for public officials.

President-elect Claudia Sheinbaum expressed her condolences and condemned the violence, pledging to address the issue of political violence in her upcoming administration. "This senseless act of violence is a stark reminder of the dangers our public servants face. We must ensure their safety and uphold the rule of law," she stated.

As the nation mourns the loss of Mayor Sanchez, the call for justice and security reforms grows louder, with many demanding swift action to prevent further bloodshed in Mexico's political landscape.