Puerto Vallarta News

Puerto Vallarta News

Special Forces Deploy to Jalisco

Special Forces Deploy to Zapopan and Puerto Vallarta for Security Boost

Ninety Special Forces soldiers have landed in Jalisco, joining local police and the National Guard in a high-profile push to tighten security in two of the state’s most visible cities. Zapopan and Puerto Vallarta, both vital to Jalisco’s economy and tourism image, have faced a recent wave of violence that officials say demands a stronger, faster response. The military’s arrival signals an escalation in tactics — but what exactly triggered the deployment, and how the operation will work on the ground, is a story still unfolding . . .

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