By Cris Greer
WKTV Managing Editor
greer@wktv.org
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Patty Williams
WKTV Contributor


From her rental home in Puerto Vallarta, WKTV Contributor Patty Williams witnessed firsthand the upheaval after the Mexican government killed “El Mencho” Sunday in Puerto Vallarta, and was forced to flee to a safer area.

In the city where she has spent every winter over the past several years, Williams was right in the middle of the unrest during the past couple days watching from her balcony and then escaping to a safer place.

It all began shortly after the government killed El Mencho (Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes) on Sunday, Feb. 22. El Mencho was the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.


Williams’ describes her harrowing experience below:

“I witnessed the devastating aftermath of cartel retaliation in Puerto Vallarta’s Old Town on Sunday, February 22. At approximately 9 a.m., as I stepped onto my balcony, I was met with the smell of smoke and the sight of cars and trucks ablaze. Initially, I thought it might have been an accident, but it quickly became apparent that this was a deliberate act.”

“Grabbing my passport, some cash, and essentials, I fled my home, joining a guest from Michigan, Daniel Johnson, in seeking refuge at the nearby Rio Cuale Park. We found solace among others who had also sought safety there.”

Williams said she injured her knee while fleeing the situation and is having a hard time walking. For now, she is anxiously waiting for the situation to return to normal.


Check out this exclusive slideshow by WKTV Contributor Patty Williams: