Shocked tourist look on as gang violence erupts over killing of cartel boss in Mexico

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Footage captured by a holidaymaker shows thick plumes of smoke rising near a beach in Puerto Vallarta.Gang violence flared as authorities confirmed that Mexico's most wanted man and leader of the feared Jalisco New Generation (CJNG) drug cartel had died during a security operation to apprehend him.Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', was killed while being transported to Mexico City, after sustaining serious injuries during clashes between his supporters and the army.

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00:00I don't know if you can see that, but I can see the flames underneath that black smoke.

00:07Major flames there. Huge flames everywhere.

00:12Another big one over there.

00:16Another one directly behind this resort we're staying at.

00:21Pretty much surrounded by this right now.

00:26Really intense scene happening here in Puerto Vallarta.

00:29Hopefully we're able to get out tomorrow, but the airports are shut down as it is right now.

00:34And as I understand it, military may be getting involved soon.

00:38Power may be cut very soon.

00:42So breakers, guys. This situation is intense.

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