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.
Law Enforcement
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.
Authorities Search Banquet Hall in Cancún in Disappearance Investigation
Mexican authorities raided a Cancún event hall as part of a missing person investigation.
Playa del Carmen truck fire likely arson
Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo — A pickup truck was deliberately set on fire early...
Cancún to Invest $128 Million in New Police Infrastructure, Demolish Old Headquarters
Cancún will demolish its 22-year-old police station and build new precincts as part of a $128 million security upgrade.
Pregnant Woman Hospitalized After ATV Driver Strikes Her in Tulum
A five-months-pregnant woman and her husband were struck by an ATV on a Tulum street; driver is a foreign national.