Puerto Vallarta Jolted By Violence After Cartel Boss Killing

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Amelia Nierenberg and David ShortellFebruary 23, 2026 at 07:56 PM

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Following the killing of a major cartel leader by Mexican security forces, violence erupted across Mexico, including in tourist destinations like Puerto Vallarta on Sunday, February 23, 2026. The Jalisco New Generation cartel retaliated by blocking roads, setting fires, and disrupting daily life. Tourists were advised to shelter in place, and cruise ships rerouted to avoid the chaos. While the violence appeared to subside by Monday, the city remained uneasy, and stranded tourists sought ways to leave. The mayor of Puerto Vallarta initiated emergency measures to restore order and public services.

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Mitchell Fain 40% Seana Pedelaborde ×240% Luis Ernesto Munguía 40% United States 40% Shasta Townsend ×250% Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes 60% Jalisco New Generation Cartel 70% Mexico ×480% Puerto Vallarta ×690%

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cartel violence 90% puerto vallarta 80% drug war 70% tourist destination 60% security forces 50% revenge 50% travel advisory 40% emergency measures 40%

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Very Negative

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New York Times - World

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Center-Left (-0.30)

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90%

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Puerto Vallarta

This article was automatically classified using rule-based analysis. The political bias score ranges from -1 (far left) to +1 (far right).

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