An Armed Clash Has Been Reported on the Border Between Jalisco and Zacatecas

“Sol Prendido” for Borderland Beat 

On Saturday afternoon, a clash took place between armed civilians and members of the Public Security forces in the community of Laurel, located within the municipality of Tepetongo.

According to police sources, the incident reportedly began in the state of Jalisco around 7:20 p.m., subsequently moving into Zacatecas territory and passing through various municipalities and communities situated along the border region between the two states.

Among the locations identified as points through which the confrontation passed were Colotlán, Chimaltitán, Totatitle, Bolaños, Villa Guerrero, and Santa María de los Ángeles, before finally reaching the Tepetongo area in Zacatecas.

Residents of these regions reported the presence of "Monstruos"—vehicles featuring improvised armor plating—as well as at least two other units carrying armed civilians.

As of now, authorities have not officially confirmed whether there were any injuries, fatalities, or arrests resulting from this incident.

The towns of Colotlán, Chimaltitán, Totatitle, Bolaños, Villa Guerrero, and Santa María de los Ángeles all fall within Zacatecas and Jalisco. 

Source: NTR Zacatecas