Mexico reels as cartel violence spikes after El Mencho's death
Mexico reels as cartel violence spikes after El Mencho's death
Tourists and locals recount airport chaos as violence erupts in Jalisco after the cartel boss Nemesio Oseguera's death, sparking shelter-in-place warnings.
Videos show tourists and residents describing scenes of panic at airports and on the streets of western Mexico on Monday (February 23), after violence erupted across Jalisco state following the death of cartel leader Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera.
Across Jalisco, violence triggered retaliatory attacks, prompting authorities to boost security and urge calm as the region reels from the leader's death. The unrest has prompted travel advisories and raised concerns for visitors and locals alike, with U.S. officials warning shelter-in-place in resort cities such as Puerto Vallarta and Cancun.
Analysts warn the violence could ripple beyond Mexico’s borders, potentially affecting international travel and events tied to the region, including discussions around this summer’s World Cup, as the security situation continues to unfold and governments monitor the situation closely.
