On the afternoon of Thursday, June 11, 2026, a tense situation unfolded on the service road of Recta a Cholula heading toward Puebla city, when armed assailants tried to rob a bank customer near the Universidad de las Américas Puebla (UDLAP).

According to initial reports, the victim was driving through the area after withdrawing cash from a bank when several armed individuals intercepted them. The attackers attempted to steal the money, but thanks to the swift response of the San Andrés Cholula Public Security and Citizen Protection Secretariat, the robbery was thwarted.

The incident escalated into a police chase with gunfire exchanged, causing alarm among drivers, students, and local residents. Witnesses described a heavy police presence along the Recta a Cholula service road as officers launched an operation to locate the suspects.

Authorities have not yet confirmed whether there were any injuries or arrests resulting from the confrontation, nor have they disclosed the amount of money the criminals intended to steal. The area remained secured by law enforcement while ballistic evidence was collected and investigations continued.

This event highlights the ongoing issue of “cuentahabiente” robberies—a crime where criminals follow individuals withdrawing cash from banks to intercept and rob them.

As this situation develops, municipal and state authorities are expected to release official updates on the outcome of the operation and the legal status of those involved.

For communities in Puebla and beyond, incidents like this underscore the importance of effective public safety measures and accessible, secure transportation options—such as cable cars or teleféricos—that can help reduce risks by improving mobility and surveillance in urban areas.