Driver Reported Dead After Driving Through World Cup Crowd In Los Cabos

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Local authorities in Cabo have confirmed that the driver involved in the incident during last week’s World Cup celebrations in Cabo San Lucas has died from his injuries.

The incident took place last Thursday night in the Centro neighborhood, an area near the downtown marina heavily frequented by visitors and locals alike. The streets were filled with a large public gathering following the Mexico men’s national soccer team’s victory over the Czech Republic.

The episode marks the most significant violence following a victory by the national team, which has consistently drawn huge crowds onto the streets across the country during the tournament.

Timeline of the Incident

According to a public update provided by Alberto Rentería Santana, the Secretary General of the Los Cabos City Council, the driver succumbed to his injuries on Tuesday morning.

This follows an earlier update from the weekend, where Rentería Santana stated that five individuals, including the driver, were still hospitalized.

A statement released by the General Directorate of Public Security of Los Cabos provided a factual account of the moments leading up to the crash. The directorate reported that the driver’s black sedan became surrounded by a crowd that was blocking the roadway, and that individuals were placing “physical pressure” on the vehicle.

Verified video footage of the event posted on social media shows a crowd shaking, hitting, and throwing objects at the sedan while it was stopped on a street lined with bars. The footage then shows the car accelerating into the crowd, striking several people before crashing into a row of bollards nearby.

The incident resulted in a total of 17 people sustaining injuries.

Official Updates and Security Measures

Following the announcement of the driver’s passing on Tuesday, Secretary General Rentería Santana publicly offered his condolences to the individual’s family.

Local police departments have not yet issued any additional statements regarding the ongoing investigation or potential charges for anyone involved in the events that night.

In response to the incident, the Los Cabos City Council is actively adjusting its public safety protocols for large gatherings.

To protect pedestrians and prevent future accidents, local authorities have announced that strict security measures will be implemented for upcoming World Cup matches, including major downtown street closures and the potential restriction of alcohol sales.

We will continue to update this story as local law enforcement releases official details regarding their investigation.