Monterrey Mexico Casino attacked, arson/ 45 killed

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Date:8/25/2011

Time:2318 hrs.

Location:Casino Royale in Monterrey

Departments: All local FD's/PD's

Description: Two dozen gunmen burst into a casino in northern Mexico on Thursday, doused it with gasoline and started a fire that trapped gamblers inside, killing at least 45 people and injuring a dozen more, authorities said.

Links: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/08/25/mexican-casino-attack-40-dead_n_937411.html

Writer: A/P

Update: Death count now at 53.

Edited August 26, 2011 by efdcapt115