Migrant kidnapping rings prey near US border in Reynosa
Tens of thousands of Central American migrants are extorted by Mexican gangs near Reynosa. Ransoms reach up to 5,000 dollars per person, with victims including women and children. Authorities warn of collusion between gangs and local officials, while reports estimate the business could reach 250 million dollars annually.
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Reynosa
Mexico
United States
Juan Marcos Guardado
Guardado
Gulf Cartel
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Zetas Cartel
Tamaulipas
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U.S
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Antonio Mazzitelli
United Nations Office On
National Human Rights Commission
Reuters
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Houston
Palmore
Texas
National Citizen Observatory
Guatemala
el Salvador
Honduras
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