Norma Alicia Moreno Figueroa

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Norma Alicia Moreno Figueroa was the first female journalist in Mexico to be killed in a violent act, murdered alongside her boss Ernesto Flores Torrijos in Matamoros, Tamaulipas, on July 17, 1986. At just 24 years old, she was known for her outspoken criticism of local authorities and corruption, making her a target for those in power. Her tragic death marked a significant moment in the history of press freedom in Mexico, highlighting the dangers faced by journalists in the region.