Summary
The U.S. Embassy in Mexico lifted a shelter-in-place restriction in Puerto Vallarta following the death of a cartel leader, El Mencho. Despite the violence, Puerto Vallarta remains a major tourist spot, especially for spring break. The U.S. has issued travel warnings, advising caution in certain areas of Mexico.
Key Facts
- Puerto Vallarta is a popular tourist destination in Mexico.
- The shelter-in-place restriction in Puerto Vallarta ended after the death of a cartel leader.
- Violence erupted in Mexico after cartel leader El Mencho was killed.
- 25 National Guard members and others died due to the unrest.
- The U.S. State Department advises reconsidering travel to Jalisco, where Puerto Vallarta is located.
- Flights to Puerto Vallarta have resumed normal operations.
- The U.S. government staff in Jalisco, including Puerto Vallarta, are under a nighttime curfew.
- The cartel’s activities do not usually stop after a leader’s death; internal restructuring often leads to violence.
