Jalisco
Coverage of Jalisco in the Nexus archive.
- Crocodile attacks, kills 28-year-old at popular Mexico beach and drags him out to sea, reports say
A 28-year-old Mexican man was killed after being attacked by a crocodile at a beach in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. The incident occurred near the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa, and the man's body was recovered by the Mexican Navy. Authorities described the event as 'highly regrettable and unusual and isolated.'
- Jalisco highways to receive US $1.3B in upgrades
Jalisco Governor Pablo Lemus announced a 24 billion-peso (US $1.37 billion) road repair and maintenance plan to upgrade the state’s highway network, including a new 169-kilometer highway connecting Guadalajara with San Martín de Bolaños and improved connectivity in the Chapala Riviera. The initiative aims to reduce travel times, boost regional economies, and create jobs through over 200 projects employing 5,000 workers.
- Mexican serial killer may be responsible for stalking, murders of women in popular resort town, politician says
A Mexican politician warns of a possible serial killer stalking women in Puerto Vallarta, with seven women murdered in Jalisco. At least two, possibly three cases are linked by the detail of victims' blouses being nearly pulled off.
- Three women found dead in popular American tourist hot spot as local police search for clues
Three women aged 30-35 with tattoos found partially undressed in separate areas of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, have sparked police investigations into a potential serial killer or cartel link. The deaths occurred amid heightened violence in Jalisco following the killing of cartel leader Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes (El Mencho), which triggered clashes and travel alerts for tourists.
- Mexico Mid-May Inflation Slowed After Banxico Ended Easing Cycle
Mexico's mid-May inflation showed signs of slowing following the central bank's decision to end its easing cycle. The Banco de México (Banxico) had been reducing interest rates, but has now shifted its monetary policy stance. This inflation moderation comes as the country's economic conditions continue to evolve.
- Moment top Jalisco cartel leader 'The Gardener' is found hiding in a ditch after being tracked down by Mexican special forces
Mexican special forces captured 'The Gardener', a top leader of the Jalisco cartel, after tracking him down and finding him hiding in a ditch. The operation highlights successful law enforcement efforts against organized crime.
- They scour the Mexican cartel lands for the missing — and for closure
Raul Servin and his group Guerreros Buscadores search for missing persons in Mexico's cartel-affected regions, facing dangers and limited government support. Over 130,000 people have gone missing since 2006, with families driving most search efforts despite systemic challenges.
- Bodies of at least 11 people found in hidden graves in western Mexico
At least 11 bodies were discovered in hidden graves in western Mexico, specifically in Jalisco. This finding contributes to a growing number of missing persons cases in the state, which is severely impacted by Mexico's ongoing crisis.
- Bodies of at least 11 people found in hidden graves in western Mexico
At least 11 bodies were found in hidden graves in western Mexico, specifically in Jalisco. This discovery contributes to a growing number of similar cases in the state, which is heavily affected by Mexico's missing persons crisis.