Late on Friday night, an armed group attacked a social venue in Jerécuaro, Guanajuato, killing Eduardo Olvera García, the husband of the city’s mayor, María Isabel Ascevedo Mercado. The attack also claimed the life of another individual and left two more injured, one of whom is the mayor's brother. This shocking incident highlights the continuing violence and insecurity that local governments face in certain areas of Mexico, particularly in Guanajuato, which has been plagued by clashes between criminal organizations.

The municipal government of Jerécuaro has officially confirmed the death of the mayor’s husband and expressed its condolences in a public statement, condemning the violence that took place. However, as of the report, Mayor Ascevedo has not issued a public statement regarding the attacks, sparking speculation about the emotional and political ramifications of the event, particularly within her party, the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI).

Governor of Guanajuato, Libia Dennise García Muñoz Ledo, also condemned the shooting, indicating the need for increased security measures amidst the growing violence in the region. This event points to a troubling trend of politically motivated violence in Mexico, where local leaders and their families have become targets, raising concerns about their safety and the stability of local governance in areas with significant criminal activity.