Background on Key Figures and Relevance
The Secretaría de Seguridad Ciudadana (SSC) of Mexico City, in collaboration with the Fiscalía General de Justicia (FGJ), alongside support from the Secretarías de la Defensa Nacional (Defensa), Marina Armada de México (SEMAR), and the Guardia Nacional (GN), conducted two search warrants and two auxiliary actions in Iztapalapa’s buildings. This operation resulted in the seizure of 16 tons of auto parts, various documents, and the arrest of one individual.
The SSC and FGJ are crucial in maintaining security within Mexico City, working under the instruction of the Jefa de Gobierno (Mayor) to combat crimes such as vehicle and auto parts theft. Their collaborative efforts aim to create a safer, fairer, and more peaceful city for all residents.
Detailed Account of the Operation
The police action was initiated following citizen complaints about the sale of possibly stolen car parts and accessories in two local businesses within Santa Maria Aztahuacán. This operation is part of the Integral Strategy to Combat Vehicle and Auto Parts Theft.
Investigations, both in the field and through citizen interviews, led to the gathering of evidence presented to a Control Judge. The judge then issued search warrants for two residential and commercial locations in Iztapalapa.
The operation was executed with strict adherence to police protocols, ensuring no violence and respect for human rights.
First Search Warrant
- A 33-year-old man was arrested.
- An illegally made firearm and a damaged metallic silver box containing 19 functional bullets were seized.
- Two vehicle registration plates (one from Morelos and one from the State of Mexico) were confiscated.
- A driving license from the State of Mexico, a vehicle headlight, and approximately 15 tons of various auto parts were recovered.
Second Search Warrant
- A registration plate from Morelos was seized.
- Two driving licenses (one from Mexico State and Morelos) were confiscated.
- Approximately one ton of auto parts were recovered.
Post-Operation Procedures
The arrested individual was informed of his legal rights and taken into custody by the corresponding Ministerial agent for further investigation. The seized items and locations were secured under police watch.
The SSC and FGJ continue their coordinated efforts to uphold the strategy against vehicle and auto parts theft, as directed by the Jefa de Gobierno, to build a safer and more peaceful Mexico City for all.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who conducted the raid? Efectivos de la Secretaría de Seguridad Ciudadana (SSC), in coordination with agents from the Fiscalía General de Justicia (FGJ), alongside support from the Secretarías de la Defensa Nacional (Defensa), Marina Armada de México (SEMAR), and the Guardia Nacional (GN).
- What was seized during the raid? 16 tons of auto parts, various documents, and one arrest.
- Why was the raid conducted? In response to citizen complaints about possibly stolen car parts and accessories being sold in two local businesses within Santa Maria Aztahuacán.
- What is the ongoing commitment of SSC and FGJ? To continue their coordinated efforts in combating vehicle and auto parts theft, as instructed by the Jefa de Gobierno, to ensure a safer and more peaceful Mexico City.
