VOICED: Battling Mexico's drug cartels

The video discusses the rise in violence in Ciudad Juarez since 2006, following President Felipe Calderon's declaration of war on drug cartels. It highlights the use of high-tech forensic methods by police to identify victims and gather evidence. Additionally, it covers the use of advanced technology at checkpoints to detect drugs and weapons, emphasizing the challenges in curbing drug demand, especially with the proximity to the United States.

What event in 2006 significantly contributed to the rise in violence in Ciudad Juarez?

• President Felipe Calderon's war on drug cartels

• A natural disaster

• An economic recession

• The election of a new mayor

What high-tech method is used by police in Ciudad Juarez to identify bodies?

• DNA sequencing

• Fingerprint analysis

• Facial recognition technology

• Forensic analysis of blood, urine, or sperm samples

What is the purpose of using gamma rays at checkpoints near Ciudad Juarez?

• To identify counterfeit currency

• To measure vehicle emissions

• To detect the presence of guns and drugs

• To detect illegal immigrants

Which country is mentioned as having the highest consumption of drugs in the world?

• Brazil

• United States

• Canada

• Mexico

What is one of the challenges mentioned in controlling drug-related goods?

• Lack of technology

• High demand for drugs in the United States

• Insufficient law enforcement personnel

• Poor infrastructure