Tourist Kidnapping Alert in Quintana Roo by Caborca Cartel

Noh-Bec, Quintana Roo — A woman identified as Adriana Guadalupe, originally from Playa del Carmen, was deprived of her liberty by an armed group while visiting the community of Noh-Bec in southern Quintana Roo. According to local reports, the mere fact of being a visitor was enough for the aggressors to take away her freedom.

Context of Terror and Impunity in the Southern State

Various recent reports confirm that the Caborca Cartel has intensified its presence in the region, imposing territorial control, extortion, and forced disappearances. Recent operations managed to dismantle a “narcolaboratory” and capture hitmen linked to that organization, which evidences its criminal infrastructure in southern Quintana Roo.

Allegations of Institutional Abandonment: Authorities Are Aware but Do Not Act

Residents of the area assure that municipal, state, and federal authorities are aware of the cartel’s presence; however, there has been no effective response to stop the wave of violence, kidnappings, and disappearances. This perception of impunity strengthens the logic of terror.

Danger for Tourists and Residents: Areas Like Noh-Bec Under Crime Control

If the accusations are confirmed, the alleged kidnapping of Adriana Guadalupe demonstrates that in areas controlled by the Caborca Cartel, any visitor—local or from another state—could be at risk. Normal coexistence—walking, visiting, moving around—becomes an act of risk.

Demand for Immediate Action: A Call to Authorities and Society

The magnitude of the problem demands a decisive response. It is imperative that the three levels of government carry out forceful operations, protect victims, and rebuild security in the communities of southern Quintana Roo. Impunity not only affects those who have been direct victims but the entire population, including visitors.

Implications for Tourism and Regional Stability

The expansion of organized crime in areas like Noh-Bec and southern Quintana Roo puts not only lives at risk but also the state’s image as a tourist destination. If action is not taken in time, communities, investments, and tourism could suffer serious consequences.