BTN News: Three days after a video showed a massacre, authorities found 20 bodies in La Concordia. All the victims were men found inside a dump truck. They were dressed in dark clothes and tactical vests, each with gun magazines.
Details of the Sad Incident and Cartel Conflict
The video was posted online on June 28. It showed the result of a fight between the Sinaloa Cartel and the Chiapas-Guatemala Cartel. These groups are fighting for control of the border area. Early investigations by the SSPC and the state prosecutor’s office reported 19 to 20 dead people. Six of them have been identified. The SSPC said that four of the dead were from Guatemala.
Sequence of Events Leading to the Discovery
Local authorities got a call on June 29 about dead bodies on a dirt road between Jaltenango la Paz and the La Reforma ranch. On June 30, the Fraylesca District Prosecutor’s Office went to the location. They found six bodies in the truck, all with gunshot wounds. On July 1, they found 13 more bodies, making the total 19, as confirmed by the state prosecutor.
Identifying Victims and Continued Investigation
The first six victims were Mario “N”, GeremÃas “N”, Fredy “N”, Baudulio “N”, Óscar “N”, and Luis “N”. The other 13 men are still not identified. Authorities, including the Mexican Army, National Guard, and police, are moving the bodies to a local cemetery. They are continuing the investigation.
Shocking Video Shows the Aftermath
The video shows the bodies in tactical gear and firearms around them. One of the attackers is seen shooting at one of the dead men. The video shows more than a dozen bodies, though the person recording says there are 30. The victims had about 18 rifles and over 60 magazines.
Community’s Response to the Incident
In the video, the narrator tells the local people of Jaltenango and nearby areas to stay calm. He claims they have control over the area despite the recent clashes. This area, a historic migrant route, is now a battleground for crime gangs.
Conclusion of the Tragic Event
This sad event shows the ongoing violence in areas controlled by drug cartels. As the investigation goes on, the community and authorities face the harsh truth of cartel rule and the need for strong action.
