Mother Seeking Justice For Daughter Miriam Rodríguez Martínez spent years hunting the cartel members who killed her child.
A Tragic Loss
In 2012, members of Los Zetas kidnapped 20-year-old Karen Alejandra Salinas Rodríguez. They wanted a ransom from her mother, Miriam.
However, the gang murdered Karen despite the family’s efforts. Miriam later found her daughter’s body in a hidden grave.
The Relentless Hunt
Miriam was a 56-year-old businesswoman in San Fernando, Mexico. She decided to track down every person involved in the crime.
She used disguises and fake IDs to find the killers. Also, she dyed her hair to infiltrate their criminal networks.
Dramatic Citizen Arrests
Miriam found one man selling flowers on the street. She tackled him and held a gun to his throat until police arrived.
Later, she stopped the gang from kidnapping her husband. She chased them in her car while calling the army for help.
Successful Legal Justice
Miriam did not kill the gang members herself. Instead, she captured 10 criminals and turned them over to the law.
She provided the evidence needed for legal convictions. Meanwhile, she helped 600 other families with missing relatives.
The Final Sacrifice
Retaliation followed after a gang member escaped from prison. Miriam asked for police protection, but her family said help never came.
Finally, gunmen shot Miriam 12 times on Mother’s Day in 2017. Now, a bronze plaque in San Fernando honors her bravery.