Former Guerrero governor arrested over alleged evidence destruction
By The BriefBrief
Former Guerrero governor Angel Aguirre was arrested for allegedly ordering the destruction of evidence in the 2014 Ayotzinapa case.
WHO:Angel Aguirre
WHAT:Arrested on charges of obstruction of justice and forced disappearance over alleged destruction of evidence related to the 2014 disappearance of 43 students
WHEN:Reported Aug 6, 2026 at 7:08 PM ET
WHERE:Guerrero, Mexico
WHY:He was arrested over allegations that he ordered the destruction of evidence that could have helped determine the whereabouts of the 43 missing students.
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