State Department Issues ‘Increased Caution’ Travel Advisory for Mexico

Americans traveling to Mexico must exercise increased caution because of the threat of “terrorism, crime and kidnapping,” the U.S. Department of State said in an Aug. 12 travel advisory, categorizing the destination overall as a Level 2 risk.

“Many violent crimes take place in Mexico. They include homicide, kidnapping, carjacking, and robbery. There is a risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Mexico,” the State Department stated.