Posted on 04/20/2026 1:52:29 AM PDT by Libloather
Two U.S. Embassy personnel were killed in what officials described as an "accident" in Mexico, U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Ronald Johnson announced Sunday.
"We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of two U.S. Embassy personnel, the Director of Chihuahua’s State Investigation Agency (AEI), and an AEI officer in this accident. We honor their dedication and tireless efforts to confront one of the greatest challenges of our time. Our thoughts and prayers are with them and their loved ones," Johnson said in a post on X.
The ambassador also said that the tragedy underscores the risks officials face while carrying out their duties.
"This tragedy is a solemn reminder of the risks faced by those Mexican and U.S. officials who are dedicated to protecting our communities," he said. "It strengthens our resolve to continue their mission and advance our shared commitment to security and justice, to protect our people."
Details remain unclear, including the nature and location of the incident and whether the personnel were U.S. citizens.
Mexican authorities announced Sunday that multiple officers, including U.S. Embassy personnel, died after returning from a major weekend operation to dismantle "clandestine drug laboratories" in Morelos.
"The Attorney General of State, Cesar Jáuregui Moreno, mourned this morning the death of elements of the State Investigation Agency, as well as two instructing officers of the United States Embassy, who died in an accident when returning from the operation of destroying clandestine laboratories in the Municipality of Morelos," the Chihuahua State Attorney General's Office said.
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Yeah, you've got to watch out for jaundice or typhoid - whatever they became no longer alive from. Or maybe some people did something.
Still not clear what happened in this so-called accident.
What kind of accident are we talking about? An accidental ambush from Cartel members or maybe an accidental car bombing ,or just a good old fashion force you off the roadside cliff ,kinda accident. Just want to be clear.
Is this type of notice what I’ve read about as how the government characterizes deaths of employees during clandestine missions abroad? As unfortunate accidents, move along people, nothing to see here?
Hmm... accidental exposure to drugs during the operation?
Some observations. If their deaths had operational importance there would be a cover story that made sense, answered questions, and felt “complete.” I conclude that it was an accident but that there are some embarrassing details that someone thought was politically or personally damaging. And that person so embarrassed was important enough for an incomplete press release, but not important enough for a cover story.
What happened? Did they drink the water? Didn’t anyone tell them not to drink the water?
Car accident
Close the embassy and kick the pendejos out of DC. Stop all traffic both ways at the border. Then do Canada.
obviously, they were hit and letting oyt info slowly to lessen the freakout.
Accidentally exposed to gunfire?
“Two US Embassy officials killed in Mexico car accident were working for CIA”
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