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Man Arrested at Puerto Vallarta Airport Trying to Smuggle Ammunition to U.S

A man faces charges after authorities seized 21 live cartridges in his backpack at Puerto Vallarta airport in an alleged attempt to travel to the United States with live cartridges.

A 29-year-old man identified as Jorge L. was arrested at Puerto Vallarta’s Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport after security agents discovered 21 live cartridges hidden in his tactical backpack. Federal authorities say he attempted to board a flight to the United States with ammunition reserved for military use.

According to the Attorney General’s Office (FGR) statement . . .

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