Grenade
Grenade event in Mexico on Tue 14th April 2026
14th April 2026
Authorities Seize Arsenal of Grenades and High-Powered Weapons in Tecamachalco, Puebla, after several individuals fled the site upon detecting the presence of security forces. Twenty-eight grenades, two detonators, a grenade launcher, a machine gun, and various long guns were found at the location, distributed within a previously guarded area that was left exposed after the escape of those guarding it. The weapons were laid out together, showing no signs of immediate use at the time of the intervention. A local resident commented, "They moved quickly when they saw the patrol cars, left everything scattered, and disappeared into the streets." The weapons were secured by authorities and taken into custody, while the area remained under guard and traffic flow was not visibly disrupted.
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