Quintana Roo under the thumb of eight cartels

The state government, led by Governor Mara Lezama of Morena, has been struggling to curb the rise of organized crime. Local civic groups and business owners have highlighted the absence of a robust security strategy, as serious crimes and the general sense of insecurity continue to escalate. This situation adversely impacts not only the local residents, but also the tourism industry and investment opportunities in the region.

Organizations such as the Caribbean Business Coordinating Council have expressed concerns that the increasing violence is deterring investment and tarnishing the reputation of popular destinations like Cancun and the Riviera Maya. The situation is reaching a critical point, with organized crime growing stronger while the state authorities struggle to produce satisfactory results.

The state of Quintana Roo is currently grappling with the threat of crime, and Governor Lezama and her administration have yet to find an effective solution to this escalating issue, one of the major challenges of her tenure.