Mexico - Crossfire on Cancún Beach

Statistically, security in Quintana Roo has improved. But a recent shooting at a beach resort could lead to concerns for the tourism industry.

On June 11, hitmen fired shots from jet skis onto Playa Tortugas in Cancún, killing two people and injuring a tourist who was identified to be an American citizen. The two victims killed in the attack were street vendors. Vice reported that the incident was a result of a territorial dispute between rival gangs. The following day, authorities cleared boo…