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Héctor Ríos Morales

Criminal Group Accused Of Killing Mexican Journalist for 'Spreading False Accusations'

Miguel Ángel Beltrán’s death marks the seventh killing of journalists in Mexico this year, the highest since 12 were slain in 2022. (Credit: Via El Sol de México)

For more than a decade, Mexico has been considered one of the most dangerous countries in the world for journalists. So far in 2025, seven journalists have been killed, the highest number since 2022, when 12 journalists were murdered.

The most recent case involved Miguel Ángel Beltrán, who was killed in the state of Durango on Oct. 25 after being targeted by a criminal group, according to evidence. Beltrán, known for covering crime-related issues on social media, was found with a message near his body that read, "For spreading false accusations against the people of Durango."

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