Mexican Justice Minister Denies Body Burning at Horror Ranch Despite Evidence

guadalajara - Mexican Justice Minister denies existence of body crematorium at Jalisco cartel location in Guadalajara, sparking controversy over missing cartel recruits' remains. Read more on Telegraaf.nl.

Mexican Justice Minister Faces Backlash Over Horror Ranch Controversy

Mexican Justice Minister Alejandro Gertz Manero denies claims of bodies being burned at a Jalisco cartel site in Guadalajara, contradicting evidence found by a volunteer search collective.

Controversial Findings

Despite testimonies, documents, and charred human remains discovered at the 'horror ranch' in Teuchtitlán, Gertz claims there is no proof of bodies being burned.

Discovery and Response

Volunteers found three incinerators, burnt human remains, and over 1300 clothing items at the site, urging further investigation. Local authorities were criticized for neglecting the initial discovery in 2024.

Conflicting Reports

Gertz's denial contradicts findings by a search collective and statements by Public Security Minister Omar Harfuch, raising questions about the truth behind the horror ranch's operations.

Satellite Evidence and Ongoing Crisis

Reports of high-temperature activities on the ranch from satellite imagery in 2019 add to the mystery, as Mexico continues to grapple with over 125,000 missing persons, underscoring the urgency of resolving the case.