### Bar Inspections Focused on Permits, Not Security: Official Clarifies
Recent inspections of bars in the city have targeted 25 establishments, but none have faced permanent closure, announced the Municipal Government Secretary, Arnulfo Guerrero León. The latest operations concentrated on bars in the Eastern Zone and were described as “interinstitutional,” indicating collaboration between various government levels.
During a press conference, Guerrero León stated that these inspections primarily aim to verify permits rather than assess security concerns. The decision follows recent violent incidents in popular nightlife areas such as the city’s Sixth Street and bars like La Cueva del Peludo, which led to coordinated visits involving security forces.
The bar La Cueva del Peludo was notably sanctioned when its workers were found lacking health cards. Moreover, two minors were discovered in different bars, one engaged as a worker while the other as a consumer, prompting firm closure measures against these establishments.
The city maintains a firm stance on underage presence in bars, enforcing a zero-tolerance policy. Guerrero León emphasized that security, although intertwined with these inspections, falls under the jurisdiction of the partnering authorities.
The city employs a team of 100 inspectors who oversee over 583 bar sites each weekend. Inspections are often supported by police to ensure the safety of municipal staff, especially for venues located in more remote city areas.
As of the publication time, it remains unclear how many establishments have reopened following their penalties.
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