Morelos
From the search to the discovery of clandestine graves in Morelos
This is how the VI National Search Brigade for Missing Persons located at least ten clandestine graves in Morelos, Mexico.
Crime
Fires, accidents, thefts, burglaries, fraud, homicides, blackmail, kidnappings, and rape are only some of the crimes reported in Mexico's crime news.
Crime
Governor of Tamaulipas confirms death of Ariel Treviño alias "El Tigre", leader of Gulf Cartel
The governor of the state of Tamaulipas, Francisco Javier García Cabeza de Vaca, confirmed on his Twitter account the identity of Ariel Treviño "El Tigre", one of the assailants killed in the events in Matamoros.
Crime
More million-dollar Odebrecht transactions to Mexican officials between 2006 and 2011 revealed
According to the investigation, Emilio "L" is not the only Mexican official who received bribes from the Brazilian construction company Odebrecht.
Crime
The attack against indigenous people in Oaxaca leaves at least seven dead
According to a report, at least seven people were killed in an attack by some 70 armed individuals against indigenous communities in the municipality of San Esteban Atatlahuca, Oaxaca.
Crime
U.S. issues security alert in Matamoros, Tamaulipas after shooting spree
The United States Consulate General issues a statement from the Department of State warning its citizens about the risks of traveling to Tamaulipas.
Crime
Why it is indispensable to review the foundations of criminal law
Worldwide, readaptation operates poorly because it is not value-based and does not use education. Among the challenges is to judge with a gender perspective in the adversarial criminal justice system. Human rights are affected by the lack of a current constitutional framework.
Travel
Please note: Canada issues travel alert to avoid travel to 13 Mexican states
The Government of Canada issued a travel alert to its nationals to avoid travel to 13 Mexican states due to "high levels of criminal activity and kidnapping".
Crime
The story of Mara Salvatrucha, the fearsome gang that was born in the U.S.
Although there is a perception that the MS13 had its origin in El Salvador, its members began to organize in the early eighties in Los Angeles.
Crime
Colosio, the tragedy that shocked Mexico
Netflix bets on him to tell the story of the politician Luis Donaldo Colosio who promised the great change that everyone expected.
Crime
What did Mexico and the U.S. agree on security?
According to the Bicentennial Understanding between Mexico and the United States, which replaces the Merida Initiative, the agreement will seek to combat criminal gangs, address drug consumption as a health problem and deal with arms and human trafficking. Take a look at the agreements.
Crime
Mexico and United States agree on a new security plan
Both the United States and Mexico agreed to leave behind the Merida Initiative - which was launched 13 years ago to develop the capabilities of Mexican authorities in the fight against drug trafficking and criminal organizations - and to establish a new security plan.
Crime
What is the Merida Initiative, the contested U.S.-Mexico security pact?
The United States and Mexico are negotiating a new bilateral security agreement that could replace the 2008 Merida Initiative, the criticized cooperation program whose effects have reverberated throughout the region.
Crime
Crime challenges in Mexico's tourist zones
Organized crime hitmen have carried out executions, bombings and shootings in beach areas, nightclubs and main avenues of tourist areas in Quintana Roo, Guerrero, Morelos, Guanajuato, Nayarit and Sinaloa, without caring about being in the midst of dozens of tourists.
Crime
What cartels exist in Mexico?
For the purpose of knowing which cartels exist in Mexico, the security cabinet has divided the country into maps. Here is a list of them.
Crime
These are the safest states in Mexico
The National Survey of Victimization and Perception of Public Safety of Inegi revealed which are the safest states in Mexico.
Crime
These are the drug traffickers' favorite animals in Mexico
Trafficking animals is one of the most expensive and colorful traditions of criminal groups, and one of their growing businesses.