Mother of All Mistakes: Son Fleeing Cops Mows Down His Own Mom

You think your family has drama?A Chetumal man, allegedly fleeing police after beating up his ex-girlfriend, ended a frantic car chase in the most horrifying way imaginable: by running over his own mother as she tried to help him escape.

The shocking incident unfolded in the Marsella neighborhood when cops were pursuing a grey vehicle driven by a man accused of domestic violence. As the suspect raced home in a bid to evade the authorities, his mother rushed out to open the gate for him. But in his haste, the driver lost control and slammed right into her, causing injuries that required immediate medical attention. Paramedics rushed the woman to a local hospital, where she was reported to be in stable condition.

Travel Alone, Heal Faster

Now, let’s talk about you. Yes, you—the one scrolling through Instagram, wondering if it’s “weird” to book a solo trip to Tulum. Spoiler: It’s not weird. According to Booking.com’s regional boss Jimena Gutiérrez, solo travel is exploding across Latin America—and Mexico is leading the charge.

“Traveling alone is accepting a challenge of total freedom,” she says. “It’s not just a vacation. It’s therapy with a view.”

And the data backs her up. Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, and Mexico are seeing a surge in solo travelers—mostly millennials and Gen Zers—who aren’t just sightseeing. They’re rewriting their life stories.

One 28-year-old from Monterrey told us she came to Cozumel after a brutal breakup. “I didn’t want to be fixed,” she said. “I wanted to unbreak myself. So I rented a scooter, ate ceviche on the pier, and cried in the ocean. Best decision ever.”

Meanwhile, a 45-year-old entrepreneur from Guadalajara used his solo week in Bacalar to “reset” after a corporate burnout. “No emails. No meetings. Just me, a kayak, and the lago de siete colores. I came back with a new business idea—and a tattoo.”

And Quintana Roo? It’s the perfect playground for the solo adventurer. Safe, stunning, and full of hidden gems where you can disappear—then reappear, reborn.

Bodies, Brawls, and Broad-Daylight Heists

It's been a wild week in the Riviera Maya, where the sun-drenched beaches have been shadowed by a string of grim crimes.

Corpse in a Beemer

In a chilling discovery, residents of Cancún's Paraíso Maya neighborhood stumbled upon the lifeless body of a man, wrapped in blankets and showing signs of violence, stuffed inside an abandoned BMW SUV. The vehicle was ominously parked just feet from a barbershop, whose security camera may hold the key to who dumped the car there after witnesses reported seeing armed men ditch it hours earlier.

Death on the Sidewalk

Meanwhile, in Chetumal, a street brawl turned deadly when a 60-year-old homeless man was found dead on a sidewalk, his head bloodied. Preliminary reports suggest he was brutally beaten with a stick during a fight that had erupted hours before his body was discovered.

High-Profile Nab

In a major breakthrough, authorities nabbed the alleged killer of a powerful union boss in Quintana Roo. Angel Yair "N", the suspected triggerman in the murder of CROC leader Mario "N", was captured in Mexico City alongside two accomplices. Cops say Oscar Guillermo "N" was the mastermind who hired the hitmen, offering a measly 50,000 pesos plus expenses for the job.

Asleep and Robbed

A 21-year-old woman in Chetumal woke up to a nightmare after thieves crept into her home in the dead of night and made off with her Italika motorcycle, an iPhone 11, and a laptop. The victim told police she heard her dog barking insistently around 3 a.m. but didn't think much of it. The thieves are believed to have slipped in through the back of the property, which lacked an electric fence.

Slumps, Snubs, and The Slimy Green Monster

The tourism scene in Quintana Roo is a tale of two coasts. While Cancún boasts booming international arrivals, some of its neighbors are singing the blues.

Akumal's Summer Slump

The normally bustling tourist haven of Akumal is facing a serious downturn, with service providers reporting one of the "slowest seasons in recent years". Occupancy rates have plummeted from highs of 80% to a dismal 20%. Locals point a finger at the persistent sargassum problem in nearby areas, which, despite their own beaches being clean, has created a negative perception that’s scaring tourists away.

Cancún's Airport News

It's a different story in Cancún, where the airport saw a 2.1% increase in passengers this July, driven by a 4.4% surge in international visitors. But there's a catch: domestic travel has actually dropped by 2%. It seems foreigners are flocking to the Mexican Caribbean, but Mexicans themselves are staying away.

Too Hot to Handle

Adding to the drama, the CEO of LATAM Airlines, Erika Zarante, threw some serious shade at Cancún and Tulum, revealing why the major airline is steering clear. "We have looked at it as a possibility, but Mexico is still a destination that we are reviewing, not only at a competitive level but also at an infrastructure level," Zarante stated, citing capacity limitations and intense competition as reasons for skipping the popular hubs.

The War on Seaweed

And then there's the ever-present, slimy green enemy: sargassum. In Cancún, Mayor Ana Patricia Peralta de la Peña is leading the charge, deploying a veritable army of over 500 public servants for a massive cleanup effort on Playa Delfines. Armed with pitchforks, wheelbarrows, and heavy machinery, the crews hit the beach at 7 a.m. to battle the seaweed invasion, which the mayor acknowledged impacts "biodiversity, tourism, fishing, and the quality of life" for locals.

Masks, Manga, and Mayan Makeovers

Beyond the crime and the seaweed, the peninsula is buzzing with culture and spectacle.

Fury in the Caribbean

Isla Mujeres was treated to a wild night of "Furia en el Caribe," a free lucha libre event that brought thrills, spills, and adrenaline-pumping acrobatics to the island's families. The star-studded wrestling card featured epic battles, including a main event that saw Emperador Azteca, Dragón del Sol, and Tempo face off against Big Tao Tao, Angelus, and Principe Cometa, making the whole arena shake.

Cozumel Goes Anime

In a nod to a younger generation, Cozumel celebrated its youth with the "Manga Art Cozumel 2025" contest and exhibition, a platform for talented young artists to showcase their Japanese-style illustrations. The event, held at the Island Museum, is a hit with local youth, giving them a space to share their creativity with the community.

A Living Gallery

Governor Mara Lezama has launched an ambitious project to transform the ancestral routes of Felipe Carrillo Puerto into "living galleries". The urban renewal plan aims to create a corridor showcasing the region's rich gastronomy, community tourism, and living history through repaved streets, murals, and new facades—turning the heart of the Mayan Zone into a walkable work of art.

Soccer Stars, F1 , and A Victory Gone Wrong

Mexicans on Fire in Europe

Mexican soccer stars are making headlines across the pond. Santiago Gimenez found the back of the net for AC Milan in a preseason draw against Leeds United, while Raúl Jiménez scored a stunning free-kick to give Fulham a 1-0 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt.

Checkered Flag for Checo?

The future looks increasingly uncertain for Formula 1 driver Sergio "Checo" Pérez. With the Alpine team reportedly closing the door on him for the 2026 season, the American-backed Cadillac team appears to be his last viable option to stay in the race.

NASCAR Winner's Curse

In one of the most bizarre sports incidents of the week, 19-year-old NASCAR driver Connor Zilisch’s victory celebration at Watkins Glen International ended in a trip to the hospital. After dominating the race, an ecstatic Zilisch climbed on top of his car to celebrate, only to lose his balance and fall headfirst onto the asphalt. He escaped with just a broken collarbone, posting on X, "Thankfully the CT scans on my head came back all good".

IBTM Americas 2025

Now, imagine this: 4,000 executives in linen shirts, sipping mezcal cocktails while discussing artificial intelligence, sustainability, and carbon credits. Welcome to IBTM Americas 2025, the biggest business events summit in Latin America—hitting Mexico City this August 20–21.

But this isn’t your boring corporate conference. This is where the future of tourism is being designed—on the fly, with data, drama, and a side of guacamole. Organized by RX México, the event is bringing together CEOs, event planners, and tech innovators to tackle the big questions:

• How do we make tourism sustainable without killing the fun?
• Can AI predict the next sargassum wave?
• And why are 61% of companies still clueless about how to profit from artificial intelligence?

“There’s a gap,” says Laura Barrera of RX México. “People see AI as magic. But it’s a tool. And we’re here to teach them how to use it.”

Highlights include:

• Event Design Conference: Where planners turn meetings into immersive experiences. (Think: jungle-themed galas with live jaguar cams.)
• Pharma Congress: Because even Big Pharma wants to host meetings in Cancún.
• Romance Congress: The ultimate guide to destination weddings—where your first dance is on the beach, and your DJ is a Mayan marimba band.

And yes—it’s free to attend. (But good luck getting a hotel room in CDMX that weekend.)

And in Other News...

In a move shaking up the country's establishment, President Claudia Sheinbaum announced a "new era in justice," revealing that the nation's Supreme Court will soon be led by an indigenous man, Hugo Aguilar Ortiz. It's the first time an indigenous person has held the top judicial post since the legendary Benito Juárez, a move Sheinbaum claims would never have happened without the direct election of judges.

Further south, the U.S. government is sounding the alarm for anyone thinking of investing in Nicaragua. Washington has warned of the risk of "massive confiscation" after the Ortega-Murillo regime passed a law converting a 15-kilometer-wide strip along its borders into state property. The U.S. Embassy bluntly advised that "any American thinking of investing in Nicaragua should be careful".

The real power players in Cancún are now the content creators. At a recent event, Mayor Renán Sánchez rolled out the red carpet for a new program: Civitatis Creators—a platform that gives top travel vloggers free access to tours, activities, and exclusive events. In return? They promote Quintana Roo to over a million Spanish-speaking followers. “We want creators to live the destination, not just visit it,” says Ismael García, marketing chief at Civitatis. “We’re giving them commissions, editorial support, and a voice.” And the results? A video about a hidden cenote near Akumal got 2.3 million views in 48 hours. Another, on a Mayan cooking class in Felipe Carrillo Puerto, sparked a 300% spike in bookings. “This isn’t advertising,” one creator said. “It’s storytelling. And Mexico has the best stories.”

In a packed event in Mexico City, the global pop duo Spalla—yes, that Spalla—was handed a quadruple platinum disc by Universal Music for their smash hit “Te Alejas Más de Mí”, which has racked up over 100 million streams. They credit Mexico for their rise. “Mexico gave us the way,” said one half of the duo. “This is a cultural capital. We feel Mexican—with respect.” And guess where they’re heading next? The Riviera Maya. Could this be the moment Tulum goes full Coachella-meets-Chichén-Itzá?