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Tigers and Elephants Flee Cartel Violence in Sinaloa as Mysterious Power Struggle Unfolds

Tigers, jaguars and elephants have fled a cartel-related violence in a Mexican sanctuary on the outskirts of Sinaloa's capital city, seeking refuge from the violent power struggle involving former circus animals. The exotic pets had been living at the sanctuary for years alongside those owned by cartel members.

Tigers and Elephants Flee Cartel Violence in Sinaloa as Mysterious Power Struggle Unfolds
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Tigers, jaguars and elephants are fleeing their home in a Mexican sanctuary due to cartel violence, after years of being kept as exotic pets by cartel members and former circus animals. The power struggle has led to a mass exodus from the animal sanctuary on the outskirts of Sinaloa's capital. Authorities have confirmed that the violence is linked to a clash between rival cartels vying for control in the region. Many of the animals were rescued by wildlife organizations who are now working to find new homes for them.

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