Background on the Case and Key Players
Cancún, QR: Raciel López, the General Prosecutor of Quintana Roo, announced on September 19th the arrest of Luis Fernando “N,” also known as “el Inge” or “Chimiskuil,” who is the alleged mastermind behind the assassination of Mario Machuca Sánchez, the leader of the Confederación Revolucionaria de Obreros y Campesinos (CROC) in Cancún.
Luis Fernando “N” is a 53-year-old man from Mexico City. He worked as an assistant and driver for Machuca Sánchez over several years, giving him intimate knowledge of the leader’s personal and professional movements. This close relationship, according to López, played a crucial role in the planning of the murder.
Motives Behind the Crime
The investigation revealed that the motives for the crime were rooted in disputes over land in Costa Mujeres, distribution of tips within the union, and leadership struggles within the CROC in Cancún.
Luis Fernando “N” reportedly felt he was not receiving adequate economic benefits and was allegedly stripped of a plot in the Costa Mujeres area. Additionally, personal differences with Machuca Sánchez existed, with accusations of favoritism and a desire to maintain power.
Arrests and Evidence
Besides Luis Fernando “N,” four other individuals have been detained and are under legal proceedings:
- Ángel Jair “N”: A 21-year-old from Puebla, accused of being one of the material perpetrators.
- Arnulfo “N”: A 34-year-old from Mexico City, accused of driving the motorcycle used in the crime.
- Guillermo N. Tyson: Another direct participant in the murder.
Luis Fernando “N” was apprehended on September 19th near Avenida López Portillo in Cancún and currently faces preventive detention as his legal situation is being determined.
Ongoing Investigation
López mentioned that at least seven individuals were involved in the crime, and authorities are still working to identify and apprehend the remaining suspects.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who is Luis Fernando “N”? He is a 53-year-old man from Mexico City, previously employed by Mario Machuca Sánchez as an assistant and driver.
- What are the motives behind Machuca Sánchez’s murder? The investigation points to disputes over land, distribution of tips within the union, and leadership struggles within CROC in Cancún.
- Who else has been arrested in connection with the crime? Besides Luis Fernando “N,” Ángel Jair “N,” Arnulfo “N,” Guillermo N. Tyson, and two other individuals have been detained.
- How many people are suspected to be involved in the crime? At least seven individuals are believed to have participated in Mario Machuca Sánchez’s murder, according to the ongoing investigation.