In February, Mexico saw a dramatic 80.7% decrease in kidnappings, reaching its lowest point in over five years, as announced by Secretary Rosa Icela Rodríguez. The country has made substantial efforts over the last five years, resulting in the arrest of 6,027 suspects, the dismantling of 603 criminal gangs, and the rescuing of 2,463 victims. […]
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