US Consulate Matamoros, MX reissues bus kidnapping alert

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Subject: US Consulate Matamoros, MX reissues bus kidnapping alert

SMS Alert Text:

US Consulate Matamoros, MX reissues security alert warning of organized kidnappings of US citizens on intercity buses departing Reynosa bus terminal. See email.

Supplemental Info:

Security Alert : Kidnappings on Omnibus Routes From Reynosa

U.S. Consulate General Matamoros

JULY 11, 2024

Location: Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico

Event: The U.S. Consulate General in Matamoros continues to receive reports of organized kidnappings for ransom occurring on intercity buses departing Reynosa, Tamaulipas, operated by the transportation company Omnibus. The Department of State’s Travel Advisory for Tamaulipas is Level 4 – Do Not Travel due to crime and kidnapping.

These kidnappings have occurred predominantly in the evenings on Omnibus buses departing south from the main Reynosa bus terminal. Kidnappers have specifically targeted passengers with connections to the United States, including U.S. citizens and residents. Victims report their belongings and documents are stolen, bank accounts emptied, and their families are forced to pay ransoms of thousands of dollars for each victim.

Actions to Take:

Avoid travel to, in, or through Tamaulipas.
Be aware of your surroundings.
Notify friends and family of your plans and remain in contact with them.
If you or a family member are a victim of kidnapping in Reynosa, call the FBI McAllen Field Office at 1 (956) 984-6300.

Assistance:

Contact Form
U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico
From Mexico: 55 8526 2561
From the United States: +1-844-528-6611
Department of State – Consular Affairs: +1-888-407-4747 or +1-201-501-4444

Links:

Mexico International Travel Information
U.S. Citizens in Mexico WhatsApp Channel
U.S. Passports
Traveler’s Checklist
Department of State on Facebook and X
U.S. Embassy Mexico on Facebook and X

View the Original:

https://mx.usembassy.gov/security-alert-kidnappings-on-omnibus-routes-from-reynosa/

View the Related June 14th Security Alert

https://mx.usembassy.gov/security-alert-kidnappings-on-reynosa-intercity-buses/

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Subject: US Consulate Matamoros, MX reissues bus kidnapping alert