Playa del Carmen Bar Raid Frees 11 Possible Trafficking Victims
A raid on a Playa del Carmen bar led to the rescue of 11 women and the arrest of the…
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Grupo Xcaret-Linked Company Seeks $20 Million Purchase Of Dolphin Company’s Mexican Parks
A company closely associated with Grupo Xcaret has offered $20 million plus value-added tax for five Mexican operations owned by…
Worker Alleges Labor Exploitation at Playa del Carmen Restaurant
A worker has publicly accused a Playa del Carmen restaurant of labor exploitation, including 18-hour shifts and wage theft.
Quintana Roo Prosecutors Secure Charges Against 8 Suspected Drug Dealers in Three Municipalities
Eight people face drug trafficking charges in Quintana Roo after prosecutors presented evidence linking them to drug sales.
Mexico Moves to Protect Four Maya Words From Unauthorized Commercial Use
Mexico launches a process to protect four Maya words from unauthorized commercial use, calling on communities to participate.
Torture Allegations Against Quintana Roo Investigator Confirmed by Human Rights Commission
A state investigator allegedly tortured a taxi driver to obtain two confessions, confirmed by Quintana Roo's human rights commission.
Four Suspected Extortionists Arrested in Playa del Carmen
Four suspects arrested for extorting a bar owner in Playa del Carmen, threatening violence and firing shots.
US Prosecutors Move to Dismiss Federal Charges Against ‘El Mayo’ Zambada
The Southern District of California seeks to dismiss an indictment against Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada following his life sentence.
Ex-Prosecutor Admits Negligence in Francisca Mariner Disappearance Case
Former state prosecutor Rosa María “N” admitted omissions and negligence in the investigation of Francisca Mariner’s disappearance.
Yucatán Prosecutor’s Office Operates With Limited Resources Despite Low Crime Rates, Report Finds
A new report finds Yucatán's prosecutor's office suffers from low staffing and budget despite the state's low crime rates.