Murder of Crime Journalist Alberto Martinez Nonguez in Mexico

Crime journalist Alberto Martinez Nonguez was murdered in a targeted attack in Celaya, Mexico, despite having police protection. The attack took place while Martinez was in a transit police vehicle with security officers. The state of Guanajuato has seen a rise in violence due to criminal organizations' turf wars. Mexico remains one of the deadliest countries for journalists.

Political Assassinations in Mexico

A wave of political assassinations has swept across Mexico during the election season, with one candidate being violently killed on her first day of campaigning. The violence has led to fear and uncertainty among politicians and the public in the region.