Corruption and Extortion in Mexico

A former Mexican state official colluded with the Gulf Cartel to extort a group of businessmen in Reynosa, Tamaulipas by luring them to a restaurant under false pretenses of government aid, then demanding extortion fees. The businessmen were threatened with violence if they did not comply.

Gulf Cartel Ambush in Matamoros, Tamaulipas

Gulf Cartel gunmen ambushed police officers, killing two, in Matamoros, Tamaulipas, following a day of blockades and shootouts. Violence erupted as authorities tried to capture a local cartel leader. Mayor candidate had to seek shelter during a shootout.

Cover-up of Explosion in Tamaulipas

Government officials in Tamaulipas are accused of covering up an explosion at a cartel stash house, claiming it was caused by a gas leak. Evidence suggests the explosion was due to improvised explosive devices stored in the house.

Drug Cartels Planting Land Mines in Tamaulipas, Mexico

Drug cartels in Tamaulipas, Mexico, have been planting land mines along rural roads as part of turf wars over drug and human trafficking routes into Texas. Public security officials confirmed the presence of land mines, despite initial denial. The violence in the region is downplayed by government officials.

Gulf Cartel Attack on Mexican Military in Tamaulipas

Mexican military forces in Tamaulipas were attacked by Gulf Cartel gunmen, resulting in the death of 12 gunmen. Government officials tried to downplay the violence and suppress information about the incident.

Deadly Shootout in Northern Mexico

At least 12 people were killed in a shootout with security forces in northern Mexico near the border with the United States. The incident occurred in the municipality of Miguel Aleman, Tamaulipas state, a region known for organized crime activities such as human smuggling and drug trafficking.