Coordinated Operation Yields Major Seizure and Arrests
A coordinated operation by the Mexican Navy (Semar), the Federal Attorney General’s Office (FGR), and the Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection (SSPC) resulted in the seizure of 10 million liters of diesel and the detention of 14 individuals.
Key Figures and Background
The operation targeted a criminal network involved in the illegal trade of hydrocarbons, also known as “huachicol.” Among those detained were three businessmen, five active naval officers, one retired naval officer, and five former customs officials.
Who are the key figures?
- Manuel Roberto “N”
- Climaco “N”
- Humberto Enrique “N”
- Sergio “N”
- Carlos de Jesús “N”
- Fernando Ernesto “N”
- Francisco Javier “N”
- Endira Xóchitl “N”
- Perla Elizabeth “N”
- Anatalia “N”
- Ismael “N”
- Anuar “N”
- Héctor Manuel “N”
- José “N”
Scope and Impact of the Operation
The operation took place in Nuevo León, Tamaulipas, Veracruz, and the Federal District (Mexico City), leading to the arrest of these individuals. Additionally, 20 physical and legal entities were added to the List of Blocked Persons.
What was seized during the operation?
- 10 million liters of diesel
- Hundreds of millions of pesos in accounts
- Properties
- Vehicles
How was this operation achieved?
The investigation spanned two years and involved collaboration between the FGR, UIF, SAT, and the Procuradoría Fiscal. This joint effort uncovered irregularities beyond isolated cases within the Navy.
Statements from High-Ranking Officials
Pedro Raymundo Morales, Secretary of the Navy:
In the Navy, the law applies to everyone. These actions are necessary to uphold our commitment to society, transparency, and the Mexican state.
Morales emphasized that legal processes will be conducted with strict respect for human rights and due process.
Alejandro Gertz Manero, Federal Attorney General:
This operation is the result of a two-year joint investigation involving multiple agencies, which allowed us to detect irregularities exceeding isolated cases within the Navy.
The operation secured accounts, properties, and vehicles worth hundreds of millions of pesos. It also linked this case to other massive seizures of “huachicol” in Baja California and Tamaulipas.
“The strength of the Republic lies in the fight against corruption. This operation demonstrates how information was gathered to strike those who have betrayed the Mexican state,” Gertz stated.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who was detained? Fourteen individuals, including three businessmen, five active naval officers, one retired naval officer, and five former customs officials.
- What was seized? 10 million liters of diesel, accounts with hundreds of millions of pesos, properties, and vehicles.
- How was this operation conducted? A two-year joint investigation by the FGR, UIF, SAT, and Procuradoría Fiscal, which uncovered irregularities beyond isolated cases within the Navy.
- What is the significance of this operation? It demonstrates a commitment to fighting corruption and highlights the collaboration between different law enforcement agencies.
