Man Found Dead in Chihuahua After Apparent Kidnapping
San Juanito, Chihuahua – The body of Martín René Jáquez has been discovered in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, following a period of being reported missing earlier this month. The discovery marks a tragic development in a case that has raised concerns about escalating violence and disappearances in the region.
Jáquez was last seen in San Juanito, a community within the municipality of Bocoyna, where he had been staying at the Hotel La Sierra. According to reports, a criminal group abducted him and stole the vehicle he was traveling in. The Attorney General’s Office (FGE) of Chihuahua confirmed the identification of the body as that of Jáquez, though specific details regarding the condition of the body or the location where it was found have not been released, citing the ongoing investigation.
The incident underscores the challenges faced by both residents and visitors in areas affected by organized crime, where safety and security are increasingly compromised. Chihuahua has frequently grappled with cartel activity, and this case highlights the ongoing struggle to maintain law and order within the state.
The initial report of Jáquez’s disappearance prompted an immediate response from local authorities. Investigators focused their efforts on the area surrounding Hotel La Sierra, where he was last known to be. The theft of the vehicle Jáquez was traveling in adds another layer of complexity to the case, according to authorities.
The circumstances surrounding Jáquez’s disappearance and subsequent death are currently under investigation. The FGE has not yet released further details, but the case has prompted searches and appeals for information from family, and authorities. This incident adds to a growing number of security concerns in the region, as evidenced by recent reports of vehicle thefts linked to criminal groups operating in the area. Police in Chihuahua recently seized 17 vehicles from a criminal group blamed for the killing of three police officers, seven of which were stolen from Texas and New Mexico.
The U.S. State Department currently advises travelers to exercise increased caution in Mexico due to widespread violent crime. The advisory notes that homicides, kidnapping, carjacking, and robbery are prevalent throughout the country, and there is a risk of terrorist violence.
