Mexican Journalist Nelson Matus Killed in Acapulco
Mexico City, July 15 – Nelson Matus, a prominent Mexican journalist and director of local news site Lo Real de Guerrero, was shot and killed on Saturday in the coastal resort city of Acapulco, according to local media reports. Matus was attacked in his car in the parking lot of a store in the neighborhood of Emiliano Zapata, in the north of Acapulco.
The incident occurred after 3:00 pm, and Matus was pronounced dead at the scene. Mexican newspaper El Universal reported the details of the shooting, while Reforma added that Matus had previously survived two assassination attempts in 2017 and 2019, as reported by local media.
This tragic event comes just one week after the body of Luis Martin Sanchez, a journalist for Mexican newspaper La Jornada, was found in the state of Nayarit. Sanchez had gone missing before his body was discovered.
The Guerrero state attorney general’s office has not yet responded to requests for comment regarding Matus’ killing. However, this incident once again highlights the dangers faced by journalists in Mexico, particularly those investigating corruption, crime, and drug cartels.
According to media watchdog Reporters without Borders, Mexico was the deadliest country in the world for journalists last year. The risks associated with reporting on these sensitive topics have made it increasingly difficult for journalists to carry out their work without fear for their safety.
The international community continues to call for greater protection for journalists in Mexico and for the perpetrators of these crimes to be brought to justice. The loss of Nelson Matus is a tragic reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by journalists in the country.
Reporting by Brendan O’Boyle
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Prominent Mexican Journalist Nelson Matus Shot and Killed in Acapulco
In a tragic incident, Nelson Matus, a well-known Mexican journalist and the director of local news site Lo Real de Guerrero, was fatally shot on Saturday in the coastal city of Acapulco. Local media reports revealed that Matus was attacked while sitting in his car in a store parking lot in the Emiliano Zapata neighborhood of Acapulco.
The shooting took place after 3:00 pm, and Matus was declared dead at the scene. Details of the incident were reported by Mexican newspaper El Universal, which also noted that Matus had previously survived two assassination attempts in 2017 and 2019, according to local media.
This heartbreaking event occurs just one week after the body of Luis Martin Sanchez, a journalist for Mexican newspaper La Jornada, was found in the state of Nayarit. Sanchez had been missing prior to the discovery of his body.
The attorney general’s office of Guerrero state has not yet responded to requests for comment regarding Matus’ killing. However, this incident once again underscores the dangers journalists face in Mexico, especially those who investigate corruption, crime, and drug cartels.
According to media watchdog Reporters without Borders, Mexico was the most dangerous country for journalists last year. The hazards associated with reporting on these sensitive subjects have increasingly made it challenging for journalists to carry out their work without fear for their safety.
The international community continues to demand greater protection for journalists in Mexico and urges the perpetrators of these crimes to be apprehended and brought to justice. The loss of Nelson Matus serves as a tragic reminder of the ongoing difficulties faced by journalists in the country.
Reporting by Brendan O’Boyle
Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.
This tragic event highlights the grim reality of press freedom violations in Mexico. It is crucial that every effort is made to ensure the safety and protection of journalists who play a vital role in society.
This tragic incident highlights the urgent need for stronger protection of press freedoms in Mexico. The growing list of violations is a concerning trend that demands immediate attention and actions to ensure journalists can work without fear for their lives.