Operation Targets 10 Municipalities and Builds on Earlier Efforts
In the context of the “Strategy for the Restitution of Property,” authorities from all levels of government in the State of Mexico have recovered 37 residential properties that had been subject to denunciations for the crime of dispossession. This operation took place from May 7 to May 10 in ten municipalities: Atlautla, Chalco, Chicoloapan, Chimalhuacán, Ecatepec, Ixtapaluca, La Paz, Nezahualcóyotl, Tecámac, and Valle de Chalco.
Key Partners in the Operation
The operation was led by the Fiscal General de Justicia del Estado de México (FGJEM) in collaboration with the Secretary of National Defense, the Navy, the National Guard, the State Security Secretariat, and municipal corporations. The recovered properties were secured with the support of these organizations.
Notable Actions in Ecatepec
- Ecatepec saw the highest number of actions, with 11 homes recovered.
- Moisés “N” was arrested in Ecatepec, suspected of being a member of the “USON” union and the “Los Mayas” group, accused of participating in a home invasion.
- Another home was recovered in Ecatepec, which had been illegally occupied by approximately 30 people affiliated with the “Los 300” collective on March 4. The rightful owner had been forcibly evicted, but after proving ownership, the Fiscalía secured the property and returned it without occupants.
One Month After the Doña Carlota Incident
These operations come a month after the incident on April 1, when Carlota “N,” a 73-year-old woman, and her children Eduardo “N” and Mariana “N” were arrested for shooting at a group of people allegedly attempting to invade their home in the Ex Hacienda de Guadalupe, Chalco. The incident resulted in two deaths and two injuries, sparking debate about the growing illegal occupation of homes, many acquired through Infonavit or Fovissste credits.
Statistics and Ongoing Investigations
According to Coneval data, there are over 6 million vacant homes in Mexico, representing 14% of the housing stock. This situation facilitates dispossession, particularly in the Valley of Mexico. The FGJEM continues to investigate the involvement of supposed “unions” like “Los 300,” “UPREZ,” and “USON” in illegal home occupations. Additionally, authorities are looking into a possible protection ring operated by former Ecatepec municipal officials as part of the “Enjambre” operation.
Call to Action for Citizens
Authorities urge citizens to report any incidents related to dispossession of properties to [email protected], call 800 702 8770, or use the FGJEdomex app available for iOS and Android devices.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the main strategy being implemented? The “Strategy for the Restitution of Property” aims to recover properties that have been subject to dispossession crimes.
- Which municipalities were part of this operation? The operation took place in Atlautla, Chalco, Chicoloapan, Chimalhuacán, Ecatepec, Ixtapaluca, La Paz, Nezahualcóyotl, Tecámac, and Valle de Chalco.
- Who led the operation? The Fiscal General de Justicia del Estado de México (FGJEM) led the operation in collaboration with various security organizations.
- What notable actions occurred in Ecatepec? Ecatepec saw the highest number of recoveries (11 homes) and the arrest of Moisés “N” for alleged involvement in a home invasion. Another home was recovered from the “Los 300” collective.
- When did the incident involving Doña Carlota occur? The incident happened on April 1, sparking debate about illegal home occupations.
- What are the ongoing investigations? Authorities are investigating the involvement of unions like “Los 300,” “UPREZ,” and “USON” in illegal home occupations and a possible protection ring operated by former Ecatepec municipal officials.
