Five people have tragically died and over 50 others have been injured in a stage collapse during a political party meeting in San Pedro Garcia, Nuevo Leon state, Mexico. The incident occurred amidst the ongoing election campaign in the country, with voting scheduled for June 2. Mexico's President Andr�s Manuel L�pez confirmed the accident on Twitter, attributing it to strong winds. Presidential candidate Jorge Alvarez Menez sustained minor injuries, while his team members continue to receive medical treatment. Governor Samuel Garcia urged citizens to stay indoors due to the severe storm. All election meetings of the Civic Movement Party have been postponed in the aftermath of the incident.

BREAKING: At least 4 dead and several injured after stage collapsed at a political rally in Mexico. Mexican presidential candidate escaped the collapse pic.twitter.com/JGH2f7G1H2

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