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.
Law Enforcement
Motorcyclists Account for 43.7% of Traffic Deaths in Quintana Roo
INEGI data shows motorcyclists represent 43.7% of road fatalities and 59.3% of injuries in Quintana Roo.
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.
Threatening Calls To Playa del Carmen Council Members Traced To Mexico City, State Says
State authorities say threatening calls received by members of the Playa del Carmen City Council appear to have been part…
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.
Quintana Roo Police to Get Body Cameras That Cannot Be Turned Off
Quintana Roo will purchase 600-800 body cameras for municipal police, aiming for 50% coverage with real-time monitoring.
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.
Quintana Roo Officials Warn of New Phone Scam Targeting Vehicle Theft Victims
Scammers pose as prosecutors, ask for documents and payments to return recovered vehicles.