Puerto Vallarta and Mexico News

Puerto Vallarta and Mexico News

The Missing Persons Epidemic in Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco — The issue of missing persons continues to be a profound concern in Mexico, affecting thousands of families across the nation, with Puerto Vallarta being no exception. The serene tourist destination, known for its picturesque beaches and vibrant culture, has also been the site of a disturbing number of disappearances over the past two decades. According to official figures, 491 individuals have vanished in Puerto Vallarta from February 1999 to July 2024, with an overwhelming 92 percent of the cases involving men.

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