Woman Shot Dead in Billiards Hall in Cortés

Published on Honduras Daily · Sep 20, 2026 · Originally reported September 19, 2026 by La Prensa

Yulissa Mejía, 24, was shot and killed on September 18 when armed men stormed a billiards hall in the Baracoa sector of Cortés and opened fire; police are investigating the motive and searching for suspects.

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Also reported by: El Heraldo

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