7,000+ military, security troops deployed to protect top Mexican vacation spots

American tourists visiting Cancún and other popular vacation spots in Mexico are expected to witness an increased number of Mexican military and security patrols this summer amid increased cartel violence and crime targeting tourists.

According to Fox News, the Mexican government has deployed over 7,000 military troops and security officials to provide protection at the country’s popular vacation locations amid rising crime against tourists and increased violence by cartels. The outlet noted that Mexico has deployed military troops and local security officials to top tourist locations over the past few years since 2021.