Robbery on Mexico-Puebla Highway: Popular Band Los Ángeles Azules Targeted

Los Ángeles Azules, a renowned Mexican musical group, experienced a distressing incident on May 14, 2025, while traveling on the Mexico-Puebla highway. The band was stopped at what appeared to be a routine checkpoint, but it turned out to be a robbery. The thieves made off with the band's equipment, including a custom-made bass guitar belonging to Elias Mejía. "They took everything," Mejía stated in a video interview, "all our equipment, our instruments, everything we need for our upcoming shows." The incident has raised concerns about the safety of musicians and other travelers on Mexican highways. The band is currently working with insurance companies to recover their losses and continue their tour. The incident serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by artists in Mexico and underscores the need for increased security measures along major roadways.