Deadly Cross-Border Shootout: Conflicting Accounts Emerge

Cross-Border Shootout on Chiapas-Guatemala Border Raises Tensions A deadly shootout erupted on the border between Chiapas, Mexico, and Guatemala on June 9, 2025, leaving four assailants dead. The incident, captured on video, shows a fierce gun battle in a bustling marketplace that extended across the border. The Governor of Chiapas, Eduardo Ramírez, accused Guatemalan military forces of participating in the violence, stating, "It is unacceptable that authorities tasked with protecting their citizens participate in such acts." However, Guatemalan Minister of Defense Henry Sáenz vehemently denied this, asserting, "No soldier fired a single shot yesterday." The conflicting statements highlight the complexities and tensions surrounding the incident. The possibility that Waldemar Calderon, alias "El Tío Balde," a key figure in a cartel operating in both countries, was among the deceased, adds another layer to this unfolding story. Investigations are ongoing to determine the full extent of the involvement of all parties involved and ascertain the precise circumstances leading to this tragic event. The incident underscores the challenges faced in maintaining peace and security along the border between these two nations.