Mexico drug wars

The Mexican government is targeting transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) which engage in narcotics trafficking and other unlawful activities. TCOs, themselves, are engaged in a violent struggle to control drug-trafficking routes.

As a result, crime and violence are serious problems throughout Mexico, including homicide, kidnapping, carjacking and highway robbery. Gun battles have taken place, especially in the border region.

Resort areas and tourist destinations in Mexico generally do not see the levels of drug-related violence and crime reported in the border region and along major trafficking routes. Millions of US citizens safely visit Mexico each year.