A big panic broke out’: Canadian tourist describes airport chaos in Mexico - The Globe and Mail

Published February 27, 2026

A tourist visiting Puerto Vallarta describes panic at the airport when gunfire was heard outside. Parts of Mexico, including Puerto Vallarta, were struck by violence after the killing of cartel leader El Mencho on Feb. 22.

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