Puerto Vallarta and Mexico News

Puerto Vallarta and Mexico News

San Blas Mayor Who Bragged About ‘Stealing a Little’ from the City is Arrested for Domestic Violence

The Secretary of Security and Citizen Protection of Nayarit has announced the arrest of Hilario Ramírez Villanueva, known as Layín, the former mayor of San Blas. Ramirez was apprehended for alleged acts of violence against his ex-partner and for threatening a State Police officer.

Arrested in Xalisco Municipality

The former mayor, aged 55, was detained in the municipality of Xalisco. According to the security agency, the charges against him include damage to property, home invasion, and threats against a State Police officer.

In November 2022, Layín was sentenced to two years . . .

Read Full Story

Related Posts

Mexico’s electoral reform and the mechanics of trust

Can electoral reform curb cartel influence in Mexico

An explainer on Mexico’s electoral reform, focused on cartel leverage, campaign money, and whether the...
Mexico inflation hits 4.02% as core remains elevated

Mexico inflation hits 4.02% as core remains elevated

Mexico’s February inflation hit 4.02%, but grocery spikes and service costs help explain why many...
Shield of the Americas and Mexico’s sovereignty leverage

Shield of the Americas and Mexico’s sovereignty leverage

Mexico faces a new U.S.-led cartel coalition that tests its sovereignty, trade leverage, and room...
puerto vallarta news

Puerto Vallarta morning briefing March 9, 2026 update

Top stories and events shaping Puerto Vallarta today: road conditions, weather, tourism recovery, airport news,...