In brief
Jason Peña, a 14-year-old American boy from Chicago, is in critical condition after a violent ambush in Durango, Mexico, left him shot in the head. The attack, which took place on December 27, also resulted in the deaths of his father and uncle, both U.S. citizens, and a Mexican relative. Family spokesperson Julie Contreras reported that Jason was found outside the vehicle with a gunshot wound but still alive. He is currently being airlifted to Texas for urgent medical treatment, accompanied by his mother. The U.S. Embassy is involved in assisting the affected families while Mexican authorities investigate the incident.
Jason Peña, an American teenager, was shot in the head during an ambush in Mexico that killed his father and uncle. According to family reports, Jason is fighting for his life and is being airlifted for medical care as investigations are underway.
