Gunmen from Cartel Jalisco New Generation (CJNG) carried out coordinated attacks in Western Mexico, killing 3 Mexican soldiers and 2 National Guardsmen, injuring 2 others. The attacks occurred in rural areas between Michoacan and Jalisco, resulting in firefights and roadblocks set up by the cartel. The motive for the attack remains unknown.
Key Points
Coordinated attacks by CJNG in Western Mexico resulted in the deaths of 3 soldiers and 2 National Guardsmen
Violence erupted in rural areas near Michoacan and Jalisco with firefights and roadblocks set up by the cartel
Motive for the attack remains unknown, but the region is a hotspot of violence due to turf wars over drug trafficking routes