CMLL cancels event following violence in Mexico
CMLL has officially canceled one of its upcoming events amid a period of civil unrest.
The promotion issued a statement today announcing that Tuesday’s event at Arena Coliseo in Guadalajara will not go forward as planned. It’s a decision that comes after a wave of violence in Mexico following the army’s killing of “El Mencho,” a cartel leader from the Cartel de Jalicso Nueva Generacio gang.
CMLL said the decision was made to prioritize the safety of fans and everyone involved in the event. Information regarding other events will continue to be provided through CMLL’s social media accounts.
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“In light of the events of the last few hours in our country, and following the recommendations of security authorities, we have made the decision to suspend our event scheduled for Tuesday, February 24 at the Arena Coliseo in Guadalajara, prioritizing the safety of the best fans in the world,” CMLL announced.
“This decision reflects our commitment to ensuring a safe environment for the audience, the talent, and all personnel involved in the event’s operation. We sincerely appreciate the understanding, support, and trust of our fans. We will continue to provide updates through our official channels.”
Tonight’s CMLL event at Arena Puebla is still being advertised. Among the other shows CMLL has coming up is this Friday’s Arena Mexico card, which is set to feature Johnny TV vs. Angel de Oro in a hair vs. hair match.
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