The couple, residents of California, were discovered in their black 2016 Ford Platinum pickup truck on Wednesday night after authorities responded to reports of a shooting in Angamacutiro, a town in the western state of Michoacán. According to officials, Ambriz was pronounced dead at the scene, while Cardona was transported to a hospital in Puruándiro, where he later died from his injuries.
The couple had been visiting family in the area when gunmen opened fire on their vehicle near an intersection. Authorities have recovered ballistic evidence from the scene, which is currently being analyzed as part of the ongoing investigation. The Michoacán State Attorney General’s Office has assembled a team of prosecutors, police, and forensic experts to determine the motive behind the attack and identify the perpetrators.
The deaths of Ambriz and Cardona add to growing concerns about the safety of Americans traveling to certain regions of Mexico. Michoacán, where the killings occurred, is classified as a “do not travel” area by the U.S. State Department due to widespread violent crime, including homicides, kidnappings, and carjackings.
“Violent crime—such as homicide, kidnapping, carjacking, and robbery—is widespread and common in Mexico,” the State Department warns. “The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in many areas of Mexico, as travel by U.S. government employees to certain areas is prohibited or restricted.”
While Michoacán has long been plagued by violence linked to organized crime, the deaths of Ambriz and Cardona highlight the dangers even tourists face in areas outside major cities or state capitals where local emergency services are often limited.
The tragedy serves as a somber reminder of the risks associated with travel in regions experiencing heightened criminal activity. As investigators continue to probe the murders, the case underscores the importance of following travel advisories and exercising caution when visiting high-risk areas.
The U.S. Embassy in Mexico has yet to release a statement regarding the incident, and officials are urging travelers to stay informed about potential dangers when planning trips abroad.
Copyright 2024, ProsperNews.net
