"Deadly Rescue Attempt for Son of Mexican Cartel Hitman Leaves 12 Dead"

At least 12 suspected criminals were killed in a foiled attempt to rescue the son of a cartel hitman in Sonora, Mexico. The group, armed with assault weapons, targeted government agents on a highway but security forces managed to repel the attack. Two security officials were hospitalized, but are now in stable condition. The suspected hitman's son had been detained for "crimes against health," and security forces recovered 21 assault weapons and other equipment. This incident comes as the Mexican government prepares for a court hearing over an appeal seeking to hold gunmakers responsible for arms trafficked to criminal organizations.