Things work differently in Mexico. And when we say they work differently, we mean “mayor gets assassinated just days after he took office” differently.
Though, that being said, we did just nearly see President Donald Trump get his brains blown out on live TV. But we can thank the Democrats for that.
Anyway, back to the story:
At a glance:
- Mayor Alejandro Arcos of Chilpancingo, Mexico, was killed and decapitated just six days after assuming office.
- His death marks the latest in a series of violent political killings in the crime-ridden state of Guerrero.
- Arcos’ murder occurred days after the city’s new government secretary, Francisco Tapia, was also shot dead.
In a chilling incident that highlights the growing violence in Mexico’s Guerrero state, Alejandro Arcos, the newly appointed mayor of Chilpancingo, was brutally murdered just six days after taking office. Arcos’ severed head was discovered atop a pickup truck, and his headless body was left inside the vehicle. The shocking crime comes amid escalating violence and political unrest in the region.
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Chilpancingo, a city of approximately 280,000 people, has long been a battleground for drug cartels, with frequent clashes between rival gangs. The capital of Guerrero state, it has witnessed numerous violent episodes, including police hostages and public protests by criminal organizations. Arcos’ murder is believed to be part of this larger pattern of criminal activity targeting government officials.
In a statement on social media, Guerrero Governor Evelyn Salgado expressed her deep sadness and anger over Arcos’ death. “His loss mourns the entire Guerrero society and fills us with indignation,” she wrote, vowing to bring the killers to justice. The state attorney general’s office has already launched an investigation into the crime.
Arcos’ murder came just three days after the assassination of Francisco Tapia, the city’s new government secretary. Both men were relatively young and seen as committed public servants dedicated to improving their community. “They were young and honest officials who sought progress for their community,” said Alejandro Moreno, head of the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI), in a statement on social media.
The state of Guerrero is notorious for its high levels of violence, particularly toward journalists and public officials. In the lead-up to Mexico’s June elections, at least six political candidates were killed. Bloody turf battles between rival drug cartels, including the Ardillos and Tlacos gangs, have led to widespread fear and instability in the region.
Arcos had been actively involved in disaster relief efforts in the days before his death, helping the city recover from severe flooding caused by Hurricane John. His death has sent shockwaves throughout the community, with mourners, including his wife, gathering at his funeral to pay their respects.
Guerrero remains one of the most dangerous regions in Mexico for public officials, as the cartels continue to exert influence through violence and intimidation. Mexican authorities have vowed to investigate the murder thoroughly, but given the region’s history, justice may be elusive.
Do we really want to import the worst of the worst people from Mexico and beyond? After hearing this story, surely nobody could support Kamala Harris’ open border policy…
