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Beto y Sus Canarios leader Edilberto Portillo alive after armed attack in Mexico, family says

The Tierra Caliente musician is receiving medical care following a shooting outside a venue in Estado de México.

The short version

  • Edilberto Portillo, founder and lead singer of Mexican music group Beto y Sus Canarios, survived an armed attack outside a venue in Chicoloapan, Estado de México.
  • His family confirmed in a social media statement that Portillo is receiving medical attention, while no other band members were injured.
  • The identity of the attackers and the motive behind the shooting remain unknown as official investigations continue.

Key facts

  • Edilberto Portillo was shot by unidentified individuals outside the Rodeo Texcoco venue prior to a scheduled performance.[Billboard]
  • Portillo's family issued a statement confirming he survived the attack and is under medical care.[Billboard]
  • No other members of Beto y Sus Canarios sustained injuries during the incident.[Billboard]

What remains uncertain

  • Law enforcement authorities and event organizers have not publicly commented on the attack or released information on suspects.[Billboard]

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