Health & Safety Cartel violence exposes mounting security risks for multinationals in Mexico Sinaloa kidnappings spotlight the duty-of-care challenges for foreign employers iStock.com/nito100 Image Freya Gilbert Deputy Editor Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Thursday 12 February 2026 Vizsla Silver has announced that five workers kidnapped by a faction of the warring Sinaloa Cartel last month remain unaccounted for, as Mexico’s Security Minister Omar Harfuch confirms the i Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Workplace Violence Why a Kenyan court ruled fatal shooting an occupational injury Workplace Violence Fatal shooting at Amazon warehouse in Texas raises safety questions Workplace Violence Aussie retailers want new laws to protect staff from customer violence Health & Safety Bondi Junction attack offers lessons on preparing for workplace tragedy