Fears after ex-presidential candidate disappears

The mysterious disappearance of a former Mexican presidential candidate has sparked fear that nobody is safe from relentless kidnapping and rampant drug violence.

Diego Fernandez de Cevallos was reported missing over the weekend and his car was found in the central state of Queretaro with some evidence of violence. Authorities said yesterday that they did not know if he was kidnapped or if drug gangs were involved.