Multiple Fatalities in Chihuahua Cartel Violence, Authorities Unable to Intervene
Category: Criminal Activity
Severity: 2 (Low)
Source: Drum Cussac
10/15/2017 (Mexico) - According to reports from local media outlets on Saturday, 14 October, at least six people have been killed in Uruachi, a municipality in Chihuahua State, following a protracted firefight between gunmen from two rival drug cartels. It is believed state security forces refrained from intervening in the incident due to a lack of resources, allowing the situation to prolong and escalate.
Due to the risks posed by armed criminal outfits, personnel are advised to subject movements within the country to a comprehensive and localised threat assessment, ensuring that all necessary security provisions are in place. Clients are further advised to maintain a heightened level of situational awareness, and follow all directives issued by authorities.
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