Mexico: Authorities investigating fatal shooting at Hotel Xcaret in Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo State, Jan. 21

Event

Authorities are investigating a shooting at Hotel Xcaret in Playa del Carmen Jan. 21 that killed a tourist and wounded two others, all of Canadian nationality. Security forces are looking for a suspect who is reportedly also Canadian and a hotel guest; Canadian officials confirmed the shooter is a known criminal. The motive of the incident is not immediately clear, though unconfirmed reports suggest it may be due to an alleged altercation.

Heightened security, as well as localized business and transport disruptions, are likely through at least early Jan. 22 as investigations and clearing operations continue.

Advice

Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Exercise caution and heed instructions of security forces if operating in the impacted location.