Michigan tourist sheltering in place as cartel violence erupts in Puerto Vallarta

Michigan tourist Michael Odom is sheltering in place in Puerto Vallarta due to cartel violence following the killing of alleged cartel leader El Mencho. Many businesses are closed, supplies are limited, and streets are empty except for armed cartel members. Odom reports fires set by cartels and a lack of emergency services, causing difficulty in obtaining basic necessities as tourists and locals seek refuge. Although conditions have slightly improved, the situation remains tense with concerns for both visitors and residents.