### LeBarón Family Marks Five-Year Anniversary of Bavispe Massacre
As the five-year anniversary of the tragic massacre in Bavispe, Sonora, approached, the LeBarón family, along with supporters, gathered in protest in Mexico City. The group aimed to reach the National Palace but was stopped by the capital’s Citizen Security Secretariat. This protest commemorated the loss of three women and six children from the LeBarón, Miller, Johnson, and Langford families, horrifically murdered on November 4, 2019.
Among the victims was Rhonita María Miller, 30, along with her children Howard Jacob Jr., 12, Krystal Bellaine, 10, and eight-month-old twins Titus Alvin and Tiana Gricel, who were discovered in a burned-out vehicle. Reflecting on this grim memory, Adrián LeBarón spoke of the horrific scene, recalling the burned vehicle and the overwhelming sense of loss and helplessness.
At a brief commemorative event held at the intersection of Venustiano Carranza and José María Pino Suárez streets in Mexico City’s historic center, LeBarón recounted a previous meeting with the former president, where they had sought justice for this heinous crime. He expressed disappointment and frustration, noting that despite arrests, many perpetrators remain at large, and justice still feels far from served.
After the gathering, attendees marched down Paseo de la Reforma toward the U.S. Embassy. There, they handed over a document addressed to U.S. Ambassador Kenneth Lee Salazar, asking for increased cooperation with the Mexican government in addressing security and combating organized crime.
### Ongoing Developments in the Bavispe Massacre Case
In recent updates regarding the Bavispe massacre case, several arrests have been made, with charges primarily focusing on organized crime. However, it is reported that nearly a hundred individuals were involved in the attack, and many suspects remain free. The Mexican government continues its efforts to hold all responsible parties accountable.
The LeBarón family continues to advocate for justice not only for their relatives but for the broader issues of security and crime in Mexico. Their call for international cooperation underscores the complexity and scale of the challenge, as they hope for more significant support and action from both national and international authorities.
Graphic memories of the tragedy linger, and as the case progresses, it serves as a stark reminder of the persistent issues of violence that affect many communities across the country. The LeBarón family remains committed to seeking justice and preventing similar tragedies in the future.