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Authorities in central Mexico have uncovered a chilling crime scene, discovering 17 bodies inside an abandoned property. The grim discovery was made in the city of Irapuato, located in Guanajuato, a state heavily affected by organized crime and gang-related violence.
The state prosecutor’s office confirmed in a statement released Monday night that the remains were located using advanced forensic tools. Ground-penetrating radar and specially trained cadaver dogs played a crucial role in locating the hidden graves within the property.
Five Victims Identified as Missing Persons
Of the 17 bodies recovered, five have been confirmed as individuals previously reported missing. Authorities are continuing to work on identifying the remaining victims and linking them to ongoing investigations.
Despite being home to thriving industries and popular tourist attractions, Guanajuato has become Mexico’s most violent state. The region has been plagued by deadly turf wars between rival criminal organizations, making it a hotspot for homicides and disappearances.
Drug Cartel Rivalries Fuel the Violence
A significant portion of the violence in Guanajuato is attributed to the brutal conflict between two powerful criminal groups: the Santa Rosa de Lima cartel and the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). Their ongoing battle for control over drug trafficking routes has left countless casualties in its wake.
According to government data, criminal violence—much of it tied to drug trafficking—has resulted in approximately 480,000 deaths across Mexico since 2006. In addition, more than 120,000 people have been reported missing, underscoring the severity of the humanitarian crisis.
Official statistics reveal that Guanajuato recorded more than 3,000 murders in the previous year, the highest of any state in the country. The staggering death toll reflects the intensity of the cartel warfare and the urgent need for effective law enforcement strategies.
