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Cartel Violence Rocks Popular Tourist Destination in Puerto Vallarta
February 23, 2026
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A cartel boss's assassination sparks violent unrest in the popular Mexican beach town of Puerto Vallarta, disrupting the local tourism industry.
Puerto Vallarta, a renowned tourist destination in Mexico, has been shaken by a surge of violence following the killing of a prominent cartel leader. The incident has not only disrupted the tranquility of the picturesque coastal city but also raised concerns about the broader security challenges facing the region.
The violence began on Sunday when the body of Juan Francisco Patrón Sánchez, alias
Source: The New York Times
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