What’s the latest on the security situation in Mexicali?
No major security incidents were reported in the northern border city on Tuesday or Wednesday morning. What's the current status of the United States government's recent alert? The post What’s the latest on the security situation in Mexicali? appeared first on Mexico News Daily
The U.S. government issued a security alert on August 24 due to a potential "August 25 threat in Mexicali," though no major incidents were reported on August 25. The U.S. Mission to Mexico suspended U.S. government activities and travel to Mexicali for the day, advising Americans to avoid government buildings and seek shelter if an incident occurred.
President Claudia Sheinbaum stated the alert was issued because the criminal group "Los Rusos," affiliated with the Sinaloa Cartel, could pose a danger in Mexicali. Mexican authorities recently seized a large quantity of fentanyl from a property linked to "Los Rusos," raising fears of a retaliatory attack. Journalist Luis Chaparro reported receiving information from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration confirming the alert was issued after intercepting a call where "Los Rusos" members spoke of plans to attack municipal police and federal offices.
Despite the alert, no attacks occurred, and the city returned to normal on August 25. Security measures were increased in Mexicali as a precaution, with surveillance of public buildings and strategic points enhanced. The U.S. Northern Command praised Mexico's success against "Los Rusos," highlighting the country's cooperation in countering cartels and reducing illicit trafficking at the Southern Border.
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