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Violence, tourism, and fear in Acapulco uptick
Heavily armed gunmen attacked a police checkpoint in Acapulco, killing four and injuring several while bullet holes marked churches and storefronts. Despite the violence tied to northern drug gang turf wars, hotel occupancy rose 9 percent this year, with many visitors continuing to come aided by Hurricane Wilma's impact and travelers switching from Cancun. Local residents warn of rising danger while authorities and experts urge vigilance.
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Acapulco
Mexico
Ana Galeana
United States
Vicente Fox
University of Miami
Bruce Bagley
Teresa de Jesus Rivas
Wilma
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