La Mayiza Takes Control of Sierra Madre Mountain Communities

La Mayiza reports taking control of key mountain communities including Surutato, Los Sitios, La Apoma, and surrounding ranches in the Sierra Madre Occidental. The high-altitude sierra region is vital for drug cultivation, clandestine labs, and as a refuge for cartel leadership. At least 50 rural mountain communities have been largely abandoned by their civilian populations during the conflict.