US, Mexican Officials Die in Joint Security Operation Car Crash in Mexico

2026-04-20 03:07:08

(MENAFN) Two US Embassy staff members and two Mexican security officials, including a senior law enforcement director, have been killed in a car accident during a joint security operation in Mexico, according to US officials.

US Ambassador to Mexico Ronald Johnson said the victims included two employees of the US Embassy, the director of the Chihuahua State Investigation Agency, and an officer from the same agency.

As stated by reports, Johnson expressed deep sorrow over the incident, describing it as a reminder of the risks faced by officials working on cross-border security efforts and praising their commitment to addressing major security challenges.

He added that the tragedy reinforces the determination of both countries to continue cooperation in security and justice matters.

According to reports, no further details have been released regarding the exact circumstances of the crash or the identities of those killed.

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