"SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- In Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, plumes of black smoke could be seen rising as vehicles were set on fire on Sunday. The unrest is in connection with the killing of the powerful leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, "El Mencho." Flights are being canceled, and U.S. citizens are being told to stay put."
"Producer Juan Carlos Guerrero and his wife were set to fly home around 5 p.m. Sunday. But when they woke up this morning, their flight was canceled, and the airport was shut down. People have reported hearing sounds of explosions. Cars and businesses have gone up flames. RELATED: Mexican army kills leader of powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel, 'El Mencho,' during operation In the heart of Puerto Vallarta, heavy smoke could be seen billowing into the sky."
Widespread unrest erupted in Puerto Vallarta after Mexican forces killed Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho. Vehicles and businesses were set on fire, producing plumes of black smoke visible across the city. The international airport was shut down and flights were canceled, leaving travelers stranded. People reported sounds of explosions and multiple car fires; an OXXO convenience store was destroyed. The U.S. Embassy advised Americans to shelter in place. Streets and beaches were empty as residents and tourists stayed indoors amid the unrest and reports of continued security operations.
Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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