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Violence in Zacatecas, Mexico, Surges as CJNG and Mayiza Clash
A car bomb attack in Zacatecas is raising fears of a new escalation in Mexico’s cartel conflicts. The use of car bombs, drones rigged with explosives, and landmines are just some of the criminal tactics and innovations affecting officials and civilians alike as the Mayiza attempts to consolidate its recent expansion in the northern and central parts of Zacatecas, where it contests territory with…
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Summer InSights 2026
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All four chapters of our Summer InSights 2026 series are now available. Our editorial team has put together a special selection of investigations and analysis to help you dive deeper into the series.
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Covering Organized Crime From the Field
InSight Crime goes into the field to understand first-hand the criminal dynamics at play across Latin America and the Caribbean. We speak to local sources, government officials, and even the criminals themselves to deliver in-depth investigations.
