Priests working in isolated indigenous communities in the rugged mountains of northern Mexico are still awaiting justice nine months after the murder of two fellow Jesuits sparked international condemnation. (AFP)

Nine months after the murders of two Jesuits in the town of Cerocahui in the state of Chihuahua, priests working in indigenous communities they are still waiting for justice for his colleagues whose murders sparked international outrage.

Despite the fact that the mountains in the north of the country are among the areas where insecure increased, the missionaries chose to strengthen their presence.

“Our work, despite threats, uncertainties, fears and worries, remains firm and we are determined to continue serving the people,” Jesuit priest Javier Ávila told AFP.

June 20 Joaquin Cesar Mora Salazar80 years and Javier Campos Morales79, were killed inside the Cerocahui temple in the municipality of Urique, as they tried to defend a man, identified as tourist guide Pedro Eliodoro Palma, who was seeking refuge.

With information from AFP

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