Mayoral Candidates Killed in Mexico
Two mayoral candidates in Mexico were found dead, bringing the total to 17 contenders slain in the lead-up to the June 2 election. Drug cartels often target mayors to control local police or extort money from governments.
Key Points
- 17 mayoral candidates have been killed in Mexico leading up to the June 2 election
- Drug cartels target mayoral candidates to control local police or extort money
- Government providing bodyguards for candidates, but municipal candidates are the last to receive security