In Mexico, Cartels are tougher the methods of attracting young people, including social networks and video games. The 16 former and current minor "agents" talked to Reuters tell how teenagers quickly turn into deadly instruments.
The actions are based on vulnerable families and poverty, where children are already familiar with violence and drugs. They are tempted by false friendship, stable income and promises of "glory", making them available and easy to replace them.
Despite the social programs of the Mexican government, experts say that it is difficult to suspend the cultural involvement of minors. While government levers are trying to handle, cartels continue to feed their ranks with fresh "colorful chicks", Reuters reports.
