Kidnappings Rise in Quintana Roo During First Quarter of 2026
Nine kidnappings reported in Quintana Roo in Q1 2026, with civil groups recording far more cases than official figures.
Crime
Mexican Authorities Shut Down Illegal Waste Dump in Playa del Carmen
Authorities in Playa del Carmen shut down an illegal sewage dump from a construction site into the sea.
Mob Attempts Lynching of Suspected Child Abuser in Cancun
A mob in Cancun tried to lynch a man suspected of sexually abusing a 12-year-old girl, burning his motorcycle.
Two Arrested in Tulum With Over 180 Doses of Drugs in Separate Operations
A woman and a man were detained in Tulum with more than 180 doses of suspected narcotics in two separate…
Jet Ski Rams Swimmers at Cancun Beach, Injuring 5
A jet ski crashed into swimmers and beachgoers at Cancun's Forum Beach, leaving five injured including a child.
Young Man Sexually Assaulted on Va y Ven Bus in Merida, Files Complaint
A young man was sexually assaulted on a Va y Ven bus in Merida; the suspect was arrested.
Playa del Carmen Police Restructuring Aimed at Boosting Fine Revenue, Sources Say
Anonymous sources allege police restructuring in Playa del Carmen prioritizes fine collection over public safety.
Missing Man Found Dead on Holbox Island as Disappearance Crisis Grows in Northern Quintana Roo
Authorities deactivated the search notice for Héctor Joaquín N., 33, missing since April 4 on Holbox.
Hotel Worker Shoots Colleague After Argument on Staff Transport in Cancun
A hotel employee shot a coworker in the neck after an argument on their staff transport in Cancun.
Cancun Public Bus Drivers Brawl on Major Avenue
Two Cancun bus drivers fought on a busy avenue, one using a tire iron, as passengers watched.