Mexico's Mayor Murders: A Chilling Pattern of Corruption and Violence The killing of Valentín Lavín Romero, mayor of Temoac in Morelos state, serves as a stark reminder that Mexico's struggle against organized crime and corruption is far from over.
This latest incident is the 14th such murder since President Claudia Sheinbaum took office in October 2024. Lavín Romero had survived a previous assassination attempt just months before his death.
The fact that hitmen were able to enter the town hall and kill him during the day raises serious questions about security measures for local officials.