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Mexican Navy Shoots Civilian Outside Puerto Vallarta Naval Base as Investigations Begin

Semar says the confrontation was handled under its use-of-force manual.

Overview

  • The civilian approached the 12th Naval Zone access point on Dec. 6 and displayed an object described by Semar as resembling a firearm, threatening guards.
  • After warnings and a rapid-reaction deployment, sailors fired disabling shots to subdue him, then rendered aid and moved him to the Regional Hospital.
  • Authorities identified the injured person as 18-year-old Landon Dilan, who remains intubated in critical condition with a reserved prognosis.
  • Semar reported the incident to the federal Prosecutor’s Office and local authorities, saying it will cooperate with the inquiry.
  • A widely shared video shows the confrontation, and reports conflict over whether the object was firearm-like or a bladed weapon.