On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, a shooting occurred near the Universidad Popular Autónoma del Estado de Puebla (UPAEP) during an alleged traffic conflict with a motorcyclist, leaving a man injured by gunfire. The shooting took place near the Historic Center of Puebla, prompting a swift response from authorities after being alerted about the incident. The injured man, identified as Ángel L., 43 years old, was shot during the altercation.
Authorities continue to investigate to clarify what happened. UPAEP immediately activated its security protocol to protect its students following the shooting, which occurred around 1:20 PM near the Central Campus. Fortunately, there were no injuries from the educational institution. The entity strongly condemned the violence that occurred in the Barrio de Santiago and requested authorities to maintain security in the area.
Initial reports indicate that the shooting may have originated from a traffic conflict between a motorist and a motorcyclist, although this has not been officially confirmed. It was reported that the motorcyclist fired directly at Ángel L. while he was in his vehicle, injuring him in the left shoulder. This man had to be urgently transported to a nearby hospital for medical attention.
According to eyewitnesses, there were two individuals on the motorcycle who are believed to be responsible for injuring Ángel L. Images from the scene show the injured man shirtless receiving medical assistance. It is important to mention that all indications suggest that the shooting was a direct attack during the traffic altercation.
