Authorities in Mexico confirmed the discovery of six bodies on the border between Puebla and Tlaxcala, intensifying fears of escalating violence in the region. The gruesome find was reported on December 3, 2025, when a local farm worker stumbled upon human remains in a rural area near Nopalucan de la Granja, Puebla, close to the community of San Pablo Zitlaltepec, Tlaxcala.
Investigators revealed that at least three of the victims have been identified, including two brothers who were reportedly kidnapped in San José Carpinteros, Tepeaca, days earlier. The victims had been missing since late November, and their families had filed complaints with local authorities.
Local prosecutors from both Puebla and Tlaxcala are coordinating the investigation, as the case appears linked to organized crime. Reports suggest the killings may be connected to disputes over fuel theft and smuggling routes, a recurring issue in the central states. Officials have not ruled out the possibility that the victims were targeted as part of a broader turf war.
¿Son los DESAPARECIDOS? Autoridades investigan si son los CUERP0S hallados entre Puebla y Tlaxcala 🔴‼️https://t.co/mSGm0iplHP
— TV Azteca Puebla (@aztecapuebla) December 4, 2025
The discovery comes just one day after another violent incident in Cañada Morelos, Puebla, where multiple bodies were also found, raising alarms about a surge in criminal activity across the state. Residents in nearby communities expressed fear and frustration, demanding stronger security measures and faster action from authorities.
Governor Sergio Salomón Céspedes of Puebla condemned the violence, pledging to reinforce patrols and coordinate with federal forces. Tlaxcala’s prosecutor’s office has opened a parallel investigation, emphasizing that justice will be pursued for the victims.
The case underscores the growing challenges of combating organized crime in Mexico’s central corridor, where rural areas have increasingly become battlegrounds for criminal groups.
Source: Azteca Noticias
