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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.

Two bodies found on Chihuahua Aldama highway

Two bodies found on Chihuahua Aldama highway amid feud

Two bodies found on Chihuahua Aldama highway, one decapitated. A message blamed on Los Mayos was left near km 15 as police locked down access...
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Comondú homicides 2025

Comondú homicides 2025 now lead Baja California Sur

Comondú's homicide count escalates in 2025, revealing shocking violence trends that demand immediate attention from authorities.
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Mexico Police Extortion Tourists

How Cops in Mexico Take Advantage of ‘Tourist Brain’ With Extortion

Uncover the unsettling truth about Mexico police extortion of tourists and how they exploit visitors during their stay.
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Guanajuato homicides of women

Guanajuato homicides of women lead Mexico as few are reported as femicide

The crisis of Guanajuato homicides of women reveals the need for better recognition and investigation of gender-based violence cases.
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threats to restaurants

Baja California groups urge action on extortion threats to restaurants

Coparmex and Canirac press Baja California authorities after new cases of extortion and intimidation; business groups want tougher measures against threats to restaurants.
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El Estúpido arrested in CDMX

‘El Estúpido’ arrested in CDMX amid kidnapping probe

El Estúpido arrested in CDMX after investigators tracked him to Tlalpan; prosecutors link him to a 2020 aggravated kidnapping in Milpa Alta and call his...
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sma fiesta shooting 3 dead

San Miguel de Allende fiesta shooting toll rises to three

San Miguel de Allende fiesta shooting reaches three dead as prosecutors confirm a third fatality; march organizers call for peace and justice after 19 injuries.
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Six linked to narcomenudeo in Playa del Carmen

Six linked to narcomenudeo in Playa del Carmen as Quintana Roo prosecutors secure vinculación a proceso against four men and two women; judges order justified...
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Brawl in Nicté-Ha Playa del Carmen leaves one dead

Police cordoned the area after a brawl in Nicté-Ha Playa del Carmen. One man was found partially burned, two wounded, and three suspects detained as...
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Puerto Vallarta timeshare fraud

Puerto Vallarta timeshare fraud sparks joint push to protect buyers

Puerto Vallarta timeshare fraud is sparking local officials and Profeco to plan buyer-education and verification to protect visitors.
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Puerto Vallarta authorities detained a U.S. citizen wanted for fraud

U.S. Fraud Suspect Arrested in Puerto Vallarta

U.S. fraud suspect arrested in Puerto Vallarta after tip. Police and Tourist Police detained a man in Emiliano Zapata and notified INM for extradition steps.
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Navy recovers stolen boat in Cabo San Lucas waters

Navy recovers stolen boat in Cabo San Lucas waters

The stolen boat in Cabo San Lucas was recovered by the Mexican Navy after a request from state prosecutors; one person was detained.
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