State Department warns Americans to avoid Reynosa, Mexico amid violent crime surge
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Updated · Fox News · Apr 28
State Department warns Americans to avoid Reynosa, Mexico amid violent crime surge
11 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 28
U.S. government employees have been ordered to stay away from Reynosa, a city of 700,000 near McAllen, Texas, following reports of violent criminal activity including roadblocks.
The advisory highlights risks from terrorist groups, cartels, and gangs, warning of gun battles, kidnappings, and extortion, and urges Americans in the area to remain vigilant and keep a low profile.
The warning follows recent incidents such as the deaths of two CIA agents during a drug lab bust and ongoing criticism from Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum regarding U.S. operations without federal approval.
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