Papal sympathy for Mexican accident victims

May 08, 2013

Pope Francis has sent a message of sympathy to the victims of an explosion that killed 21 people and left many injured in Ecatepec, Mexico.

In a telegram to Bishop Oscar Roberto Dominguez Couttolenc of Ecatepec, the Pope promised his prayers for the victims and their relatives, and for the “quick and complete recovery” of those who were wounded when a gast truck exploded.

 

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Further information:

• Pope’s Nearness to Those Affected by Explosion in Ecatepec, Mexico (VIS)