Mexicans are shocked by the recent discovery of an extermination camp belonging to a powerful drug cartel in the western state of Jalisco. Evidence shows the site was also used for the forced recruitment and training of the cartel’s foot soldiers. The case has reignited national outrage over Mexico’s countless disappearances, and lack of justice. From Mexico City, The World’s Tibisay Zea reports.
Warning: this story contains disturbing details of violence.
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