Source: Fox News
Summary
The US State Department has warned Americans to avoid the city of Reynosa in Mexico, located near the Texas border, due to reports of violent criminal activity. The US Embassy and Consulates in Mexico have ordered US government employees to stay away from the area, citing roadblocks, terrorism, crime, and kidnapping risks. The State Department has issued a “Level 4 – Do not travel” advisory for Tamaulipas state, where Reynosa is located, due to the high risk of violence from terrorist groups, cartels, gangs, and criminal organizations.
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Once again, the discussion returns to a familiar question.
The State Department issues a travel advisory, warning Americans of violent crime in Reynosa, Mexico.
US government employees are ordered to stay away from the area.
The advisory notes that heavily armed members of criminal groups patrol the state without fear of punishment.
The familiar ritual of warning travelers about crime in Mexico continues, with the same phrases and warnings repeated.
As the cycle of violence and warnings repeats, the language becomes more formulaic, the warnings more routine.
Author: Evan Null
