Ottawa residents Carolyn Percy-Searle and Craig Searle recount a terrifying evening locked down at their Puerto Vallarta resort as cartel violence disrupts the popular Mexican tourist destination.
Shelter-in-Place Order Issued After Army-Cartel Clash
A shelter-in-place directive remains active in Puerto Vallarta following intense confrontations between Mexican military forces and members of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. The couple, vacationing in the coastal city, describes the night as deeply unsettling amid the unfolding security crisis.
Canadians Trapped in Resort Lockdown
Percy-Searle and Searle hunker down at their resort, adhering to safety protocols amid reports of heightened tensions. Officials urge tourists to remain indoors as authorities work to restore order in the area.
