People die in Mexico City during celebrations after World Cup win

World Cup celebrations in Mexico City turned deadly after the national team’s win over Ecuador secured a place in the Round of 16. Mexican health authorities reported Wednesday that four people died during massive festivities downtown near the Angel of Independence, where thousands gathered Tuesday night. Two women and one man were found unconscious on streets, and authorities said they died of asphyxiation; ages were 48, 44, and 19. A later briefing from Health Secretary Nadine Gasman said another man, about 30, was treated after an epileptic seizure, convulsions, and gastrointestinal bleeding, but died shortly afterward at hospital from cardiorespiratory arrest. Mayor Clara Brugada said emergency crews arrived quickly but the three victims had already died, urging the public to celebrate responsibly amid heavy crowds along Paseo de la Reforma.