Mayor of San Miguel Amatitlán assassinated in southern Mexico

Joel Bravo, the mayor of San Miguel Amatitlán in southern Mexico, was shot and killed, local authorities in Oaxaca state announced on Saturday, June 13. The region is known for the significant presence of organized criminal groups, including powerful drug cartels such as Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG) and Sinaloa. These groups are reportedly engaged in disputes over drug trafficking routes along the Pacific coast. Mr. Bravo served as mayor for the municipality, which has a population of nearly 7,000 residents. His assassination underscores the persistent security challenges faced by local officials in areas affected by cartel activity. Sources: Le Monde.