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30 Jun 2024 | 05:08 PM UTC

Guatemala: Police responding to shooting near National Institute of Forensic Sciences in Guatemala City morning of June 30

Shooting kills one, injures two near National Institute of Forensic Sciences, Guatemala City, Guatemala, morning of June 30.

Warning

As of the morning of June 30, authorities are investigating a shooting near the National Institute of Forensic Sciences in Guatemala City. Reports indicate at least one person was killed, and two others were injured. The motive behind the shooting is not immediately clear. Authorities have yet to report any arrest in connection to the shooting.

Increased security and localized transport disruptions are almost certain in the impacted area over the coming hours.

Avoid the area around National Institute of Forensic and seek alternative routes to circumvent the impacted area.