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Mexico Violence LIVE Updates: Videos show vehicles burning after El Mencho's killing in Jalisco, tourists alerted

TT Editor·Updated: 23 Feb 2026 1:20 pm IST
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Mexico Violence LIVE Updates: Videos show vehicles burning after El Mencho's killing in Jalisco, tourists alerted

The recent killing of notorious drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', has triggered a wave of violence in Jalisco, Mexico, leading to widespread unrest. Following the incident, videos surfaced showing vehicles engulfed in flames as rival gangs retaliate. The U.S. Embassy has issued an advisory urging caution among travelers, noting that while airports remain open, roadblocks have disrupted transport services, causing cancellations of both domestic and international flights in key locations such as Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta. Tourists and residents alike are being alerted to potential dangers as violence escalates in the region, highlighting the ongoing challenges posed by drug cartels in Mexico. The situation remains fluid, with authorities on high alert as they attempt to maintain order amidst rising tensions.

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