Mass Grave Discovery in Jalisco Highlights Cartel Violence and Systemic Failures

The discovery of charred remains and underground ovens at a suspected cartel site has reignited calls for accountability and reforms in Mexico's handling of disappearances.

• Over 120,000 people are officially reported missing in Mexico, with the recent discovery in Jalisco exposing the brutality of cartel violence and systemic investigative deficiencies.
• The site, previously raided by authorities in September 2024, yielded no significant evidence at the time, raising concerns about the adequacy of prior investigations.
• Families of the disappeared and activist groups have launched nationwide protests, demanding accountability and reforms to address disappearances and homicides.
• The Jalisco New Generation Cartel released a video denying involvement in the killings and targeting search groups, underscoring the risks faced by activists.
• President Claudia Sheinbaum announced reforms to improve investigations, including eliminating the 72-hour waiting period for missing persons cases.

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