Uruapan mayor’s killing investigation expands with reported R2 arrest

Authorities reportedly arrested Rafael “R2” Alvarez Ayala after a shootout, along with 19 associates, and allege links to Carlos Manzo’s killing; the evidence and chain of command remain unestablished. Do not assume R2 is the reported El R1 or El Rino. Authorities say 34 people have been arrested overall, while Grecia Quiroz continues to demand an independent, transparent investigation.