Omar García Harfuch, Secretary of Security and Citizen Protection, announces significant progress in combating criminal recruitment efforts
Omar García Harfuch, Secretary of Security and Citizen Protection, reported on Tuesday that as part of intelligence and cyber patrol actions by the Security Cabinet, 200 accounts on social media platforms linked to criminal organization recruitment activities have been shut down.
Details of the Shutdown
- Account Takedowns: 200 accounts have been deactivated across various platforms.
- Ongoing Investigations: 41 accounts are currently under investigation.
Tragic Incident in Guanajuato Highlights Risks Faced by Law Enforcement
During his participation in the morning press conference with President Claudia Sheinbaum, Harfuch addressed a tragic incident from the previous day. In León de los Aldama, Guanajuato, elements of the Investigation Subsecretariat were attacked by armed individuals during investigative work. The subofficer Jonatan “N” tragically lost his life in the attack.
Support for Fallen Officer’s Family and Reflection on Risks Encountered by Law Enforcement
Harfuch emphasized that the death of the subofficer would not go unpunished and reaffirmed institutional support for the fallen officer’s family: “Our deepest condolences to the families, and they will receive full institutional support.”
Reflecting on the risks faced by law enforcement personnel, Harfuch highlighted the selfless dedication of those who choose careers in policing or military service:
When cadets enter the Military College or even the Security Secretariat, the decision made by a person or young individual to join the Navy, Army, or police forces is an act of selflessness to safeguard others’ lives. This is a heroic deed.
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Casualties Among Security Forces Due to Aggression
President Claudia Sheinbaum mentioned, without specifying the timeframe for these statistics, that at least 25 personnel have lost their lives due to aggression, including members of the National Guard, Army, Navy, and the Security Secretariat itself.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who is Omar García Harfuch? He is the Secretary of Security and Citizen Protection in Mexico, responsible for overseeing security-related matters.
- What is the significance of shutting down these accounts? These accounts were used by criminal organizations to recruit new members, and their shutdown disrupts these illicit activities.
- Why is this incident in Guanajuato significant? It highlights the risks and dangers faced by law enforcement personnel in their line of duty.
- How many security personnel have lost their lives due to aggression? At least 25 members from various security forces, including the National Guard, Army, Navy, and the Security Secretariat, have been killed due to aggression.
