Fires, accidents, thefts, burglaries, fraud, homicides, blackmail, kidnappings, and rape are only some of the crimes reported in Mexico's crime news.
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.
Politics
Modesta "N," a Mexican woman wrongfully convicted of extortion, was granted amnesty due to new provisions in the Amnesty Law. The law aims to rectify past injustices and provide relief to vulnerable individuals.
Crime
The U.S. Department of Justice released declassified documents linking Mexico's former Secretary of the Interior, Manuel Bartlett Díaz, to drug traffickers involved in the 1985 murder of DEA agent Enrique "Kike" Camarena.
Culiacán
A major military operation is underway in the southern part of Culiacán, Sinaloa. Helicopters and elite special forces have been deployed to the El Ranchito area. Authorities have not disclosed the reason for the operation, but its scale suggests a significant security threat.
Crime
Culiacán, Mexico, is facing a surge in violence due to a turf war between rival factions of the Sinaloa Cartel. The Mexican government has deployed additional troops to combat the violence, but the situation remains dire.
Zacatecas
A violent explosion occurred at the Zacatecas National Fair, injuring 14 people, including police officers. Authorities discovered more explosive devices and arrested suspects.
Crime
Rubén Oseguera González, son of CJNG leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, was found guilty in a U.S. court of drug trafficking charges. He was accused of running the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, one of Mexico's most dangerous drug cartels.
United States
The U.S. has become Mexico's primary source of illegally trafficked weapons, with 72% of such firearms originating there. The ATF report reveals a 20.3% increase in trafficking cases involving Mexico between 2017 and 2021.
Crime
El Piyi, the head of security for the sons of El Chapo Guzmán, was arrested in Culiacán, Sinaloa. He will be transferred to Almoloya de Juárez prison. His arrest is a significant blow to the Sinaloa cartel, which has been plagued by internal conflicts.
Crime
Felipe Salgado Rodríguez, "El Cepillo," a key figure in the Ayotzinapa case, has been re-arrested. Accused of leading the criminal group Guerreros Unidos, he was previously released due to lack of evidence and allegations of torture.
Crime
Crime
Mexico’s drug trafficking history is a tale of powerful cartels, ruthless violence, and widespread corruption. From the rise of the Guadalajara Cartel to the dominance of the Sinaloa Cartel, the drug trade has had a devastating impact on the country.
Politics
The Constitutional Points Commission approved reforms to place the National Guard under the Secretariat of National Defense, making it part of the permanent Armed Forces. This decision has sparked controversy, with critics arguing that it militarizes public security.
Politics
Mexico expands pretrial detention to include extortion, drug trafficking, tax fraud, and smuggling. The reform aims to combat crime but raises concerns about human rights violations.
Wellbeing
Violence against children is a global crisis, particularly severe in Mexico. Expert calls for urgent action to protect children, emphasizing the importance of community care and reviving ancient protection practices.
Wellbeing
Drug abuse is a global crisis with devastating consequences. The article highlights the need for comprehensive prevention and treatment programs, focusing on education, early intervention, and human rights.