Fires, accidents, thefts, burglaries, fraud, homicides, blackmail, kidnappings, and rape are only some of the crimes reported in Mexico's crime news.
Crime
Four men were killed and one injured in a shooting in Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Mexico. The incident occurred on Friday night in the Paso Limón neighborhood. The State Attorney General's Office is investigating the crime and has launched an investigation file against those responsible.
Michoacan
Mexican government deploys Ocelotl armored vehicles to protect lemon producers in Michoacán from cartel extortion. Cartels demand exorbitant fees, forcing many farmers to abandon their livelihoods.
Crime
A large contingent of Mexican Army troops has arrived in Culiacán, Sinaloa, to combat rising crime rates. The reinforcements join existing forces and will patrol alongside state police.
Cancun
A real estate agency in Cancun, Global Martínez, is accused of fraud. Dozens of people claim they were scammed into buying land that was already sold to multiple families. Victims are demanding a refund and have filed complaints with authorities. The company has not issued a statement yet.
Tulum
Tulum's real estate market is plagued by fraud and scams. Many developers are operating illegally, leading to significant losses for investors. The bubble is on the verge of bursting as confidence dwindles.
Crime
A stepfather in Quintana Roo, Mexico, has been arrested for the brutal murder of his 2-year-old stepdaughter and the attempted murder of her 6-year-old brother. The man is accused of physical and sexual abuse.
Crime
The Ontiveros brothers are a powerful family within the Sinaloa Cartel, loyal to Los Chapitos. They play a crucial role in the cartel's financial operations and have been heavily involved in the ongoing conflict with La Mayiza.
Culiacán
Culiacán, Mexico, was hit by a wave of violence on October 11th. Armed groups carried out several attacks, including robberies, arson, and attempted ATM theft. Authorities responded with increased security but faced challenges in combating the powerful criminal organizations operating in the region.
Crime
Tabasco governor denies criminal ties amid escalating violence. Armed groups have targeted businesses and schools in the state, demanding the dismissal of the Secretary of Security. The governor insists that the attacks are a result of government efforts to combat crime.
Crime
Federal forces traveled to Sinaloa to address cartel violence. The meeting with Governor Rocha Moya resulted in plans to increase the National Guard's presence. Authorities aim to reduce violence and restore peace in the region, which has been plagued by conflict.
Crime
Mexican authorities arrested Salvador "N", a key figure in the Jalisco Nueva Generación Cartel (CJNG), in Atenguillo, Jalisco. He was a trusted man of El Mencho, the cartel's leader.
Crime
Federico, known as "El Toro," a leader of the Jalisco Nueva Generación cartel, was arrested in Mexico for stealing 20,000 liters of gasoline. He is also accused of kidnapping, extortion, and murder. The arrest was conducted without violence.
Politics
A photo links Sinaloa governor's sons to AMLO's sons' friend, sparking controversy. The governor's sons face scrutiny for sudden wealth and alleged cartel ties. AMLO's sons are implicated in corruption scandals involving government contracts and the Mayan Train project.
Politics
President Sheinbaum addresses Sinaloa Cartel violence with a new strategy focusing on intelligence, investigation, and addressing root causes. Rejecting past "war on drugs" approaches, she emphasizes arrests and prevention over confrontation.
Crime
In Olinalá, Mexico, two alleged criminals were lynched by a mob after being accused of shooting and kidnapping. The incident was captured on video and shared widely on social media, sparking outrage and condemnation.
Crime
The mayor of Chilpancingo, Guerrero, Alejandro Arcos Catalán, was brutally murdered six days after assuming office. His general secretary, Francisco Gonzalo Tapia Gutiérrez, was also killed a few days earlier.