Tensions continue to rise in the municipality of Villanueva, Zacatecas, following a wave of violence this week, which included road blockades and culminated in an armed confrontation with State Police in the Tayahua community near the Aguilar family's ranch. The violence, reportedly linked to local organized crime, has raised concerns among residents and law enforcement alike due to the increase in criminal activities in the area.

In the aftermath of these events, state authorities announced the arrest of four men allegedly involved in the armed aggression against a convoy from the Immediate Reaction Force (FRIZ) and the criminal blockades that disrupted traffic on Federal Highway 54, connecting Zacatecas to Jalisco and Aguascalientes. According to an official statement, police were conducting a surveillance operation in the region when they were ambushed by the criminal group, resulting in a fierce exchange of gunfire.

The police managed to repel the attack without reporting any injuries among their ranks, successfully apprehending the offenders. This incident underscores the ongoing battles between criminal factions in Zacatecas, highlighting the state's struggle with violence and crime, and raises questions about the safety of local communities and the effectiveness of law enforcement in addressing these escalating threats.