The ongoing clashes between rival armed groups in the rural areas of the Mexican state of Sinaloa, specifically around the areas of San José del Llano, Tamiapa, and Los Sitios, led to the suspension of classes, while absenteeism in the area surged to 70%.
The areas are located in the mountainous region of Badiraguato, known for being the birthplace of infamous drug lord Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, founder of the Sinaloa Cartel. The violence has forced the closure of schools and has created a state of fear throughout the region.
