Mexican authorities
Coverage of Mexican authorities in the Nexus archive.
- Escaped California prisoner captured in Mexico
Miguel Banuelos, a California inmate, escaped a prison camp near Lake Tahoe on the Fourth of July and was later captured in Mexico. Mexican authorities, in collaboration with U.S. officials, apprehended him after he was missing for two days.
- Authorities find 4 bodies outside Mexico City while searching for a missing American
Mexican authorities found four bodies outside Mexico City while searching for a missing married couple who disappeared in May. The couple was living in both Chicago and Mexico, and authorities are working to identify the bodies as part of the investigation.
- Mexican mayor shot, killed after seeking protection
The mayor of San Miguel Amatitlan, Joel Bravo Martínez, was shot and killed in Oaxaca, Mexico. He had recently requested protection from the state government due to fears for his life. The case is being investigated as political violence.
- Mexican authorities uncover cross-border tunnel likely used to traffic drugs headed to Chicago area
Mexican authorities uncovered a cross-border tunnel in Tijuana possibly used for drug and weapons trafficking, including the Midwest and Chicago area.
- US finds huge tunnel on the Mexican border used to smuggle drugs
Mexican authorities discovered a 600-metre-long illegal tunnel connecting Tijuana and San Diego on the US-Mexico border, suspected to be used for drug smuggling. The tunnel was found after a six-month investigation.
- Smuggling tunnel found connecting San Diego and Tijuana
A smuggling tunnel was discovered connecting San Diego and Tijuana, used as a storage, logistics, and trafficking center for weapons, explosives, and illegal drugs.
- Mexican authorities uncover cross-border tunnel in Tijuana likely used for drug, weapons trafficking
Mexican authorities discovered a cross-border tunnel in Tijuana that may have been used to traffic drugs and weapons. The tunnel is suspected to connect to a well-known street in San Diego.
- Mexican authorities uncover cross-border tunnel in Tijuana likely used for drug, weapons trafficking
Mexican authorities discovered a cross-border tunnel in Tijuana that was likely used for trafficking drugs and weapons. The tunnel is suspected to connect to a well-known street in San Diego.
- Mexican authorities uncover cross-border tunnel in Tijuana likely used for drug, weapons trafficking
Mexican authorities discovered a cross-border tunnel in Tijuana, likely used for drug and weapons trafficking, which connects to a well-known street in San Diego.
- Mexican authorities uncover cross-border tunnel in Tijuana likely used for drug, weapons trafficking
Mexican authorities discovered a cross-border tunnel in Tijuana that may have been used to traffic drugs and weapons. The tunnel is suspected to connect to a well-known street in San Diego.
- Hidden tunnel discovered in Tijuana may have supported cross-border trafficking operations
Mexican authorities discovered a 265-meter tunnel in Tijuana equipped with lighting, ventilation, and an electronic transport system, potentially connecting to San Diego. The tunnel was used for trafficking firearms, explosives, and drugs, with evidence including methamphetamine, marijuana, and ammunition recovered during the operation.
- Canadian wanted in international drug trafficking investigation arrested in Mexico after 4 years on the run
Mexican authorities arrested Denis Ivziku, a Canadian fugitive wanted on conspiracy charges in connection with an international drug trafficking operation that smuggled drugs to Manitoba. He had been on the run for four years before his arrest.
- Mexican officials reveal new details about pyramid shooting
Mexican authorities reported a gunman opened fire on tourists at the Pyramid of the Moon, a major archaeological site, and taunted first responders. The incident occurred on Monday and was detailed by CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman.
- Mexican officials reveal new details about pyramid shooting
Mexican authorities reported a gunman shot at tourists and taunted first responders atop the Pyramid of the Moon, a major archaeological site, on Monday. CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman detailed the incident.