Icela Lizbeth González, a member of the assembly for the PRD party in Oaxaca, Mexico, was fatally shot on June 12th in the center of Santiago Pinotepa Nacional. González also worked as an accountant. The attack occurred in a public space, indicating a brazen act of violence. Authorities have launched an investigation, but details regarding the motive and potential suspects remain scarce. This incident adds to a growing number of attacks against political figures in Oaxaca and raises concerns about escalating violence in the region. The PRD party has condemned the assassination and called for a swift and thorough investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice. González’s death represents a significant loss for the local political landscape.