A mass shooting this Sunday night, May 4, 2025, left three people dead and five injured at the El Camarón Gigante Mariscos & Steakhouse restaurant, located in Glendale, Arizona, a few miles from Phoenix. The incident took place around 7:45 p.m. local time, while the restaurant was celebrating Cinco de Mayo, a date of great significance for Hispanics in the United States.
According to Glendale Police, authorities received multiple 911 calls reporting shots fired inside the restaurant. Upon arrival at the scene, officers found a highly chaotic scene, with victims on the ground and dozens of people running for cover.
Several shooters are suspected
Police spokesman Moroni Mendez indicated that initial reports point to the possible participation of several shooters.
Although some people were detained for questioning, no official arrests or charges have been filed at this time.
Police have not yet determined the motive for the shooting at this restaurant or whether the perpetrators had any relationship to the victims.
It could be a conflict between acquaintances, enemies, or even a random attack
Moroni Méndez
To date, the names of the deceased and the state of health of the injured, who were taken to nearby hospitals, have not been disclosed.
Gun violence on the rise
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This Arizona restaurant shooting adds to the troubling national statistic.
According to Gun Violence Archive, the United States records 97 mass shootings so far in 2025.
The organization defines a “mass shooting” as any incident in which four or more people are injured or killed, not counting the shooter.
Compounding the situation is that this attack occurred during an important cultural celebration, Cinco de Mayo.
It commemorates the victory of the Mexican army at the Battle of Puebla and is widely celebrated in the U.S. by the Latino community.
Latino organizations and community leaders in Arizona have expressed their dismay, calling for increased security measures at public events and crowded establishments.
Local and federal authorities have also been urged to redouble efforts against gun violence, which disproportionately affects Latino and African-American communities in the country.
Tips for the community
For the Hispanic community living in the U.S., especially in urban areas and in light of the Arziona restaurant shooting, it is vital:
Avoid areas with high crime rates, especially during mass events.
Report any suspicious behavior to the local police.
Participate in neighborhood committees or community forums that promote citizen security.
This event brings grief to Hispanic families and reopens the debate on gun control in the U.S., while the community demands justice and preventive measures to avoid future tragedies.
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