Oaxaca crime boss Emilio Montero linked to Velas festival murders

Federal officials identify Emilio Montero as a key criminal figure responsible for a series of murders during Oaxaca's May 'Velas' celebrations, disrupting the regional political-criminal power balance. The claim is attributed to federal officials but lacks independent corroboration. This signals a potential escalation in cartel-related violence in southern Mexico, with implications for local governance and security.