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Mass Kidnapping in Guerrero, Mexico
17 members of a family are kidnapped in Guerrero, Mexico by the criminal group Los Ardillos. The army and police are conducting a large scale search, and a reward is offered for information.
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Los ArdillosMexican ArmyGuerrero State PoliceSecretaría De La Defensa (Sedena)Fiscalía De Guerrero
Jorge Pedro Nieto SánchezAlfonso Francisco CabreraJosé Enrique Francisco CabreraFlor Itulia CabreraClara Francisco CabreraCelso Ortega JiménezAntonio Ortega JiménezIván Ortega Jiménez
- What is known about the criminal group Los Ardillos?
- Los Ardillos is a powerful criminal group operating in Guerrero, involved in illegal logging and extortion, and is known for its violence and conflicts with rival groups.
- Under what circumstances were the family members kidnapped?
- The family members were kidnapped between October 21 and 27 while selling cookware in a zone called El Epazote near Chilapa.
- What actions are the authorities taking to find the missing family?
- The Mexican army is deploying 400 soldiers, special forces, and three helicopters to support state forces in the search for the missing family.
- What reward is being offered for information about the missing family?
- A reward of one million pesos has been offered for information leading to the location of the missing individuals.
- Who is responsible for the kidnapping of the 17 family members in Chilapa de Álvarez?
- The criminal group Los Ardillos is responsible for the kidnapping of 17 members of the same family in Chilapa de Álvarez, Guerrero, Mexico.