SAA

SAA event in Mexico, Santa Cruz Xochiaca area, Mexico on Thu 19th February 2026

19th February 2026

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On 19 February 2026, in Santa Cruz Xochiaca, Mexico, at least three armed individuals and suspected members of La Familia Michoacana Cartel shot at state police officers who shot back. The officers were tracking a vehicle involved in events that took place in the region on Wednesday and the armed individuals shot at the officers. One armed individual was killed and two were arrested. 1 fatality.

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