It has been reported by Hernan Cortez that the death of Moctezuma happened at the hands of the Aztecs. Nevertheless, he failed to provide further details on the matter. Due to the lack of evidence on the matter, that Moctezuma was killed by the Aztecs has been debated by historians for a prolonged time. The possible reason for which the Spanish reported this can be to remit themselves from the crime of his death.