Puerto Vallarta and Mexico News

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State Attorney Says Calm Has Returned to Jalisco

The Attorney General of Jalisco, Luis Carlos Najera, reports that the state is calm after a violent day on Friday in 25 municipalities.

“There have not been any threats today,” the official said. He also clarified that while things are calm, the state is still in ‘Code Red’ awareness.

On Friday, Jalisco experienced one of the most violent days in recent years that left seven dead, 19 injured, and numerous destructed buildings and cars throughout the state.

The Attorney General did not rule out more activity if “Operation Jalisco” is maintained by Federal Authorities.

“Operation Jalisco” is aimed at capturing . . .

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