Press Releases 08
Shooting Incident in the Vicinity of U.S. Consulate General
Monterrey
Statement by Ambassador Antonio O. Garza
Mexico City, October 16, 2008 - “I was informed that earlier
today shots were fired in the vicinity of the U.S. Consulate
General in Monterrey, just days after a security incident
at our diplomatic mission there, and less than 24 hours after
my fact-finding visit to that city.
“My highest priority is the security of our Embassy and Consulate
community and those Mexicans who visit our facilities. I have
made the decision to suspend visa services to the public for
the rest of the day today while we assess the security situation.
The Consulate in Monterrey will be re-scheduling those visa
applicants who are affected by this temporary suspension of
service.
"I want to thank Mexican authorities for their quick
response to the Consulate after the report of shots fired
near our building. We have great confidence in their ability
to help us assess events and ensure the safety of our staff
and clients. We will continue to work closely with our Mexican
counterparts in the law enforcement investigation of these
incidents so that those responsible can quickly be brought
to justice.”
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