The unrest that erupted following the Generation Z march in Guadalajara left significant damage across several historic sites, including the Government Palace, the State Congress, Plaza de Armas, and multiple entrances to Line 3 of the Light Rail.
According to the Jalisco state government, 47 people were arrested in connection with the disturbances. Authorities reported that several of those detained were not local residents, with individuals identified from Mexico City, Guanajuato, and Michoacán.
Officials stated that those taken into custody were carrying containers of gasoline and paint thinner, Molotov cocktails, metal bars, firecrackers, and tear gas canisters. Detainees, however, denied ownership of the materials and claimed that state police do not typically use such items—going as far as alleging that one officer was carrying a firearm.
The clashes were triggered after the Generation Z demonstration escalated outside the Jalisco Government Palace, resulting in damage to heritage structures and public infrastructure. Authorities highlighted harm done to the Government Palace, State Congress grounds, Plaza de Armas, and several entrances to Light Rail Line 3 stations.
The Jalisco State Human Rights Commission maintained a presence throughout the operation, the government added, monitoring the situation to ensure that the rights of all individuals were respected.
Thirteen people required medical attention from Jalisco Health Services. Only three were transported to a first-aid station, and none sustained serious injuries.
In total, more than 400 personnel were involved in the security operation, with three officers reported injured.