8 bodies found in a clandestine grave in Jacona, Michoacan

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So far 16 bodies have been found in this location in recent days.

Morelia, Michoacán (July 12, 2021) .- Eight bodies were found in the municipality of Jacona, for a total of 16 victims found in this area in recent days.

According to reports, the bodies were found inside a clandestine grave, located in an intricate area of the Cerro de La Cruz, in the community of Tamándaro.

Due to the state of decomposition of the remains, authorities could not specify the sex of the victims.

Jacona is located 181 kilometers (112 miles) west of Morelia ((INEGI)

This finding comes two days after the Michoacán State Attorney General’s Office (FGE) located seven skeletons and a skull on a property in the town of El Platanal, in the same municipality.

The state agency reported that it will continue with the investigation to clarify both cases, where the victims remain unidentified.

Source: OEM

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