US Embassy officials killed in Mexico

The crash took place on a treacherous mountain road in the municipality of Morelos following a drug eradication mission.

US Ambassador Ronald Johnson expressed deep regret over the loss of life, describing the officials as dedicated investigators.

The Mexican victims included the Director of the Chihuahua State Investigation Agency.

Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the accident, which has highlighted the high risks faced by personnel working to combat cartel operations in the region.

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Chihuahua City
Capital of the State of Chihuahua, Mexico

Mexico
Country in North America

United States Embassy
Vanity Fair caricature of JH Choate by Spy

Ron Johnson
American politician (born 1955)

State Investigation Agency