Mexican Police Cross Border, Sparking Shootout in Guatemala

Mexican Police Cross Border, Leading to Shootout in Guatemala A tense situation unfolded on Sunday at the La Mesilla border crossing between Mexico and Guatemala. Mexican police crossed the border, resulting in an armed confrontation with unknown individuals. The incident caused damage to several vehicles, as seen in the video footage. "Mexican police cruzan la línea y desatan b@lacer@ en frontera con Guatemala," stated the video's author, Mas noticias mundiales, in their description. The video itself shows a chaotic scene with police vehicles and what appears to be the aftermath of a shooting. The Guatemalan government responded with a press release on Monday, confirming the incident and initiating an investigation. The statement from Guatemalan Minister of Defense, Henry Sainz, defended the inactivity of military personnel present at the scene, emphasizing the need to prevent civilian casualties. The government's statement also touches on accusations of collusion between Guatemalan authorities and organized crime. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges of cross-border security and cooperation between Mexico and Guatemala. The investigation's outcome will be crucial in understanding the full context of this event and preventing similar incidents in the future.