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Jalisco Opens Homicide Probe After Abduction and Killing of Tequila Executive José Adrián Corona Radillo

Lack of ransom contact leaves investigators exploring other motives.

Overview

  • Corona Radillo was seized on December 27 at the Crucero Volcanes turnoff while driving toward Puerto Vallarta with his partner and children, whose phones and valuables were taken before they were left at the scene.
  • His body was found on December 29 near the abduction site in Atenguillo with multiple signs of violence, including at least one gunshot wound, according to forensic reports.
  • State authorities completed identification procedures and released the remains to the family on January 1.
  • The Regional Vice Prosecutor’s Office keeps the case open with no arrests announced and no confirmed motive.
  • Corona Radillo led Grupo Corona, a family tequila and agave-products company based in Tonaya, and his killing has alarmed the regional business community.