Hipolito Mora, a well-known leader of Mexican vigilantes, was killed in a violent attack on Thursday, June 30, 2023. The attack occurred in the town of Felipe Carrillo Puerto in western Michoacan. Mora’s body was discovered in an extremely burned state, making it almost unidentifiable.
A decade ago, Mora established a self-defense group in Michoacan to combat the pervasive violence in the state. The group, called Autodefensas de Michoacán, gained prominence in 2013 by helping to expel the Knights Templar drug cartel from the area.
Mora’s death is a significant setback for the self-defense movement in Michoacan, highlighting the ongoing violence in the state. In recent years, Michoacan has been one of Mexico’s most violent states, driven by drug cartels, organized crime, and corrupt officials.
The Mexican government has denounced Mora’s death and vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice. However, the responsible party for the attack remains unclear. Some speculate that drug cartels orchestrated it, while others suspect corrupt officials.
Mora’s death is a tragedy not only for Michoacan but for all of Mexico. He was a courageous man who fought for justice and security in his community. While his death won’t deter the self-defense movement, it will undoubtedly make the struggle for peace in Michoacan even more challenging.
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