Officials Urge Census of Homeless Population Amid Possible Human Trafficking Ring in Playa del Carmen
After a homeless woman sought help at city hall, officials suspect a trafficking ring bringing people from nearby towns to…
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Young Man Shot Dead in Jose Maria Morelos, Dies During Hospital Transfer
A young man was fatally shot in Jose Maria Morelos; he died en route to the hospital.
Federal Agents Raid Fishing Cooperative in Isla Mujeres, Detain Two
Federal agents raided a fishing cooperative in Isla Mujeres, detaining two people and seizing weapons.
Authorities Rescue 18 Women From Human Trafficking, Forced Prostitution in Cancun
Mexican authorities rescued 18 women from a bar in Cancun where they were forced into prostitution as part of a…
Viral Playacar Beach Dispute Rekindles Debate Over Public Beach Access in Mexico
A video circulating widely on social media has reignited frustration over beach access in the Riviera Maya after a foreign…
Authorities Raid Offices at Plaza Azuna in Cancún Amid Secrecy
State prosecutors and National Guard searched offices at Plaza Azuna in Cancún on Friday. No details released.
US Man Arrested in Cancun on Drug Charges, Linked to High-End Bike Thefts
A US citizen was arrested in Cancun with marijuana and is suspected of stealing high-end bicycles and scooters.
Authorities Raid Bar La Rumba in Cancun With National Guard, Federal Forces
A joint operation by state and federal forces raided Bar La Rumba in Cancun early Saturday.
Colombian Tourist Killed in Hit-and-Run on Playa del Carmen Highway
A Colombian woman died after being struck by a car on Federal Highway 307 in Playa del Carmen.
Thieves Break Into SUV at Cancun Mall Parking Lot, Victim Says Management Refused to Help
A vehicle was broken into at Plaza Las Americas in Cancun. The parking company and Vips restaurant denied responsibility.