The World - News from June 17, 1986
Two people were shot to death, hundreds were injured and at least 150 robberies were committed in Mexico City as a night of celebration turned to violence after Mexico’s latest victory in the World Cup soccer tournament, police reported. Nationwide, 11 people were killed in car crashes after postgame celebrations. About 100 people were arrested in downtown Mexico City rioting that followed Mexico’s 2-0 victory over Bulgaria.
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