http://edition.cnn.com/2012/03/30/world/americas/mexico-human-sacrifice/index.html
Authorities in Sonora have arrested eight people accused of killing two boys and one woman as human sacrifices for Santa Muerte, officials said Friday. The victims were killed and their blood was offered at an altar to the saint. The accused were asking the saint, generally portrayed as a skeleton dressed in a long robe and carrying a scythe, for protection. Santa Muerte is a favorite among criminals. The saint, though not recognized by the Catholic Church, has taken off in popularity in recent years.
Authorities in Sonora have arrested eight people accused of killing two boys and one woman as human sacrifices for Santa Muerte, officials said Friday. The victims were killed and their blood was offered at an altar to the saint. The accused were asking the saint, generally portrayed as a skeleton dressed in a long robe and carrying a scythe, for protection. Santa Muerte is a favorite among criminals. The saint, though not recognized by the Catholic Church, has taken off in popularity in recent years.