Mission President Shot During Robbery Attempt

The mission president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Mexico City West Mission is said to be in stable condition after he was shot in his home Saturday.

“President R. Tyler Wallis was shot once by an intruder during an attempted robbery in their home at approximately 2 a.m. local time,” Church spokesperson Sam Penrod said.

Penrod said President Wallis was responding well to treatment in an intermediate care unit in Mexico City. His wife, Sister Elizabeth Wallis, was not injured and was being supported by the Mexico Area Presidency.

“The Church is cooperating with local authorities as they investigate the incident. All missionaries are safe,” Penrod said.

Penrod released the following statement Saturday:

“Our prayers are with President and Sister Wallis, their family members and the missionaries during this challenging time. The Church is grateful for the thousands of missionaries and their leaders serving as volunteers throughout the world to extend the love and peace that the Savior Jesus Christ offers to each of us.”

President and Sister Wallis are in our prayers as they receive medical care and support