Milestones In Mexico's War On Drugs
A soldier carries marihuana plants to be destroyed after a large pot plantation was seized in Hostotipaquillo, Mexico, Thursday, Sept. 27, 2012. During the operation, more than 40 hectares of marijuana were seized, according to the army. (AP Photo/Bruno Gonzalez)
A soldier carries marihuana plants to be destroyed after a large pot plantation was seized in Hostotipaquillo, Mexico, Thursday, Sept. 27, 2012. During the operation, more than 40 hectares of marijuana were seized, according to the army. (AP Photo/Bruno Gonzalez)

Below are some milestones since President Felipe Calderon took office in December 2006 and declared war on powerful drug cartels. About 60,000 people have been killed in drug-related violence since then.

Oct 9, 2012

Mexico Drug War Milestones

Before You Go

Popular in the Community

Close

What's Hot