On January 28, a violent shooting incident targeted two legislators from the Movimiento Ciudadano party in Culiacán, Sinaloa. Elizabeth Montoya Ojeda and Sergio Torres Félix were attacked while traveling in a pickup truck after leaving the local Congress. The attack occurred during daylight hours in a city that has been heavily impacted by violence from factions of the Sinaloa Cartel, indicating the ongoing struggles between criminal groups in the region. Although federal authorities are analyzing the violent context surrounding the legislators' attack, formal investigations are still underway.

Montoya Ojeda survived the attempt on her life but suffered severe injuries, losing an eye and fracturing a cheekbone. She underwent reconstructive surgery and is currently recovering at home. Meanwhile, her colleague Sergio Torres Félix remains in intermediate therapy but is reported to be out of grave danger. This incident highlights the personal risk faced by public officials in Mexico, especially in areas rife with organized crime. As the two legislators were en route to their party’s headquarters to sign documents, the attack raises concerns about their security and the broader implications for political stability in regions controlled by drug cartels.

The shooting underscores the violent reality many politicians in Mexico must navigate, as criminal groups often seek to exert influence over the political landscape through intimidation or outright violence. With Montoya’s experience surfacing in the media, it brings attention to the dangers elected officials confront and the urgent need for increased security measures in conflict-prone areas. The incident may also spark discussions on the effectiveness of governmental strategies against organized crime and the protection of political figures in Mexico.