Cesar Prieto

Cesar Prieto is the Mayor of Salamanca, a city in central Mexico. He is newsworthy due to a mass shooting that occurred in Salamanca on Sunday, January 26, 2026, at a soccer field. Gunmen opened fire at the end of a soccer match, resulting in the deaths of at least 11 people and injuries to 12 others, including a woman and a minor. Mayor Prieto released a statement on social media platforms confirming the incident. The shooting took place in an area known for drug cartel activity, adding to the significance of the event as the Mexican government attempts to demonstrate its efforts to combat criminal groups to the United States. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges of violence and organized crime in Mexico.