The skeletal figure of Saint Death is a popular focus of folk devotion for millions in Central America, especially among criminals, drug lords, and those on the fringe of society. Says one expert: “She’s basically the poster girl of narco-satanic spirituality.”
Santa Muerte: A “saint” to avoid
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