Mexican Drug Lord Killed By Gunman in Clown Suit

Francisco Rafael Arellano Felix

A high ranking member of a once-powerful drug clan was assassinated during a children's party by a gunman dressed as a clown, authorities said Saturday.

Francisco Rafael Arellano Felix, the oldest brother of the Arellano Felix cartel, was shot in the chest and the head at a rental house at the Cabo San Lucas resort on the Baja California peninsula, multiple outlets reported.

The killer's disguise included a wig and a round, red nose, officials told The Associated Press. A motive for the killing was not immediately clear.