Mexican Journalist Miguel Ángel Beltrán Killed in Durango

Mexican journalist Miguel Ángel Beltrán killed in Durango

Mexico City, October 31, 2025—The Committee to Protect Journalists calls on Mexican authorities to immediately, credibly, and transparently investigate the killing of journalist Miguel Ángel Beltrán, whose remains were found wrapped in a blanket in the northern state of Durango on the morning of October 25. Beltrán’s body was found in the town of Río Chico, near the state capital of Durango, with a message that read, “For spreading lies about th…

Mexican journalist murdered after reporting on cartel violence as impunity deepens

The murder of Mexican journalist Miguel Ángel Beltrán has reignited anger and despair across Mexico’s media community, as yet another reporter has paid the ultimate price for exposing the violent power of the country’s criminal organizations. Beltrán’s killing marks the 13th journalist slain in Mexico this year, cementing its reputation as one of the most dangerous places in the world to practice journalism. Beltrán, aged 60, was found dead in t…