2 CIA officers killed in Mexico vehicle crash after counterdrug operation, AP sources say
Summary
Two CIA officers died in a car crash in northern Mexico after taking part in a mission to destroy illegal drug labs. Mexican officials and U.S. authorities gave mixed statements about the details, but confirmed the officers were working with local security forces on anti-drug efforts.Key Facts
- Two CIA officers were killed in a vehicle crash in Chihuahua, Mexico.
- The crash happened after the officers helped destroy hidden drug labs.
- Two Mexican investigators also died in the same crash.
- Mexican and U.S. officials gave conflicting information about the operation at first.
- Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said she was unaware of a joint operation but confirmed cooperation between U.S. and Mexican state officials.
- The U.S. Embassy said the Americans were supporting Mexican authorities against cartels but did not initially confirm their CIA role.
- The CIA declined to comment on the officers' identities.
- The incident highlights sensitive U.S.-Mexico cooperation on fighting drug trafficking amid political tensions.
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