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Essential public safety news on policing, fire, rescue, and civil protection. See response data, prevention efforts, and neighborhood safety plans.

What we cover: policing, crime, fire, emergency response, and prevention programs.

Crime in Mexico remains a complex and evolving issue, affecting public safety, tourism, local economies, and international perceptions. This section delivers in-depth news and analysis on organized crime, cartel activity, corruption, homicides, extortion, theft, and law enforcement efforts across the country. We report on regional hotspots, including Mexico City, Jalisco, Guerrero, Michoacán, and Baja California, highlighting how crime trends vary by location. Coverage also includes policy changes, military interventions, and community responses to insecurity. Whether you’re a resident, traveler, policymaker, or concerned reader, this tag provides reliable reporting on the scope and impact of crime—from high-profile incidents to systemic challenges and local resilience efforts.

Guadalajara warehouse fire

Guadalajara warehouse fire sends smoke skyward downtown

Fire crews contained the Guadalajara warehouse fire near Plaza Tapatía; plastics and scrap burned, smoke rose over downtown, and no injuries.
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El Salto manhunt

El Salto manhunt after two traffic officers killed

El Salto manhunt intensified after two traffic officers are shot during a routine stop. Helicopters and ground units sweep the area citywide.
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Los Cabos road safety

Los Cabos road safety ramps up with surprise checkpoints

Los Cabos road safety will roll out surprise checkpoints and actions after a rise in fatal crashes, aiming to curb DUI and speed on routes.
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Cancun tortured man

Cancun tortured man taken to hospital after rescue

Neighbors guided police to a bound, badly beaten man near Galaxias del Sol. The Cancun tortured man survived and was rushed to General Hospital.
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Puerto Vallarta traffic police

Puerto Vallarta traffic police seize 70 motorcycles

Puerto Vallarta traffic police seized 70 motorcycles for missing plates, helmets or papers as checkpoints intensify to reduce crashes citywide.
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Stolen minivan chase outruns California police and crosses into Mexico

Stolen minivan chase outruns California police and crosses into Mexico

A stolen minivan chase ran 170 miles across four SoCal counties before CHP stood down near the border and the driver crossed into Mexico.
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dating app robberies playa del carmen

Playa del Carmen dating app robberies ring busted after victim speaks

Police dismantle ring behind dating app robberies in Playa del Carmen, accused of drugging victims and stealing cash and electronics.
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Tulum restaurant shooting

Tourists watch Tulum restaurant shooting inside Rosa Negra

A night at Rosa Negra turned deadly. Police confirm a man was killed; no arrests yet. We verify the Tulum restaurant shooting and add context.
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French police training

French police training readies Jalisco for World Cup crowds

French police training is coaching 65 Jalisco and metro officers in crowd management before Guadalajara’s 2026 matches to cut risks and force.
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Puerto Vallarta police

Puerto Vallarta police seeking new class for 2026 training

Puerto Vallarta police invite applicants for the 22nd certified cohort, with training set for January 2026 and paid benefits for new recruits.
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Plan Paricutin Michoacan

Plan Paricutin Michoacan aims to seal cartel routes

Plan Paricutin Michoacan rolls in more than 10,500 troops and a 57-billion-peso push to seal cartel routes after Uruapan's mayor was killed.
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Quintana Roo trafficking rescues

Quintana Roo trafficking rescues surge as 844 victims freed

Quintana Roo trafficking rescues draw focus as 844 victims are freed and 98 suspects detained, with 24 sentences and 139 raids reported.
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