Miriam Rodríguez: A Mother’s Relentless Fight for Justice in Mexico
Miriam Elizabeth Rodríguez Martínez of San Fernando, Tamaulipas, became one of Mexico’s most courageous advocates for the families of the missing after enduring a heartbreaking personal tragedy. In 2012, her daughter, Karen Alejandra Salinas Rodríguez, was abducted by members of the Los Zetas cartel—a powerful criminal organization operating across much of Mexico.
Despite her family paying a ransom in hopes of securing Karen’s release, the outcome was devastating. In 2014, Karen’s remains were discovered on an abandoned ranch. The tragedy could have ended there, but for Miriam, it marked the beginning of a dangerous and deeply personal mission.
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