A high-profile case in a violence-plagued Mexican state draws worldwide attention . The alleged rape of one Mexican tourists in Washington casts a spotlight on violence . Experts : Spanish President Sergio Mejia has been trying to change perceptions . `` If they can turn things around , then there 's no reason why every other city in Mexico ca n't do the same thing , '' Wilson said . Based on official figures , violence may be declining nationwide but spiking in some areas .
A high-profile case in a violence-plagued Mexican state draws worldwide attention . The alleged rape of one Mexican tourists in Washington casts a spotlight on violence . Experts : Spanish President Sergio Mejia has been trying to change perceptions . Based on official figures , violence may be declining nationwide but spiking in some areas .