VOICED : Mexican militias take

VOICED : Mexican militias take

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In Guerrero, Mexico, ordinary citizens have set up armed militia checkpoints due to the lack of protection from security forces against violent drug gangs. Frustrated villagers have taken the law into their own hands, creating makeshift prisons and tribunals to try suspects. The region is plagued by corruption, with only 1% of crimes leading to convictions. Despite the Mexican government's understanding of the militias' actions, they are deemed illegal, prompting the deployment of the army and police to regain control.

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