Hostage Rescue in Sinaloa State, Mexico

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Mexican authorities rescue 42 hostages, including 18 children, from criminal groups in Sinaloa state after a wave of kidnappings. Special force troops were sent to beef up security and efforts are ongoing to find 24 more kidnapped individuals.

Key Points

  • 42 hostages, including 18 children, rescued from criminal groups in Sinaloa state
  • Wave of kidnappings in La Noria region outside Culiacan
  • 300 soldiers and National Guard battalion operating in the area

Pros

  • Successful rescue of 42 hostages, including 18 children
  • Efforts by police and military forces to find remaining kidnapped individuals

Cons

  • Wave of kidnappings in Sinaloa state
  • Violent incidents in Culiacan and other cities in the state