Mexican Military Accused in Civilian Deaths in Nuevo Laredo

Residents and activists allege military forces are responsible for the deaths of a nurse and a child amid cartel pursuit operations.

Human rights groups and family members blame the Mexican army and National Guard for the deaths of a nurse and an 8-year-old girl in Nuevo Laredo.
The incidents occurred during military chases of suspected cartel vehicles, with victims reportedly caught in crossfire.
The nurse, Yuricie Rivera, was killed by a bullet to the head while traveling with her family, who received no aid from passing soldiers.
An 8-year-old girl was fatally wounded when her grandmother's car was caught between military and suspect vehicles during a pursuit.
A third civilian, an 18-year-old, was found dead with signs of torture in a vehicle pursued by the military, raising further concerns about military conduct.