On July 2, 2025, the indigenous community of Cherán in Michoacán, Mexico, experienced a violent confrontation between the local Guardia Comunitaria (community guard) and an armed group identified as presumed members of the Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG). The attack occurred on the old road to Nahuatzen and resulted in the deaths of at least two community members and several injuries. The incident prompted the community to close streets and block access to the municipality, allowing only emergency and security vehicles to enter. Authorities urged residents to remain indoors amid ongoing tensions. Cherán, known for its autonomous indigenous government established 14 years ago after expelling organized crime and political parties, has faced renewed threats from the CJNG. The community has responded by activating barricades and reinforcing its Ronda Comunitaria to resist incursions. Local leaders have called for increased support from government authorities to address the security challenges posed by the cartel's aggression.