### Local Search Commission Lacks Work Plan, Say Groups
In recent weeks, various search groups have expressed concern over the lack of a comprehensive work plan from the newly appointed head of the Local Search Commission of Baja California, Jorge Alberto Aguirre Carbajal. Despite his recent appointment on November 7, Aguirre Carbajal has not yet outlined his strategy or objectives for the remainder of the current year or for 2025, according to local search collectives.
Aguirre Carbajal has been meeting with different collectives, but these meetings have produced little in terms of concrete plans or strategies. Fernando Ocegueda Flores, president of the United for the Missing of Baja California association, emphasized the urgent need for developed plans that address both short-term and long-term goals to support families who are searching for missing loved ones.
Ocegueda Flores mentioned that while Aguirre Carbajal has been working on drafting operational guidelines, including contextual analysis and data collection methods, these efforts have yet to materialize into a tangible action plan. He expressed frustration at a repeating cycle of promises with no follow-through, a cycle previously experienced with past commissioners.
Angélica Ramírez, coordinator of the Una Nación Buscando T collective, echoed similar sentiments. She noted that, so far, Aguirre Carbajal has only acknowledged suggestions without providing any strategic framework, making collaboration challenging.
Calls for transparency and detail in Aguirre Carbajal’s approach are growing. Activists have criticized the absence of organized meetings to present his work plan and proposed budgets, noting a lack of courtesy in engaging with the groups committed to this issue.
### Related News: Demand for Resources and Safety in Searches
In other developments, local search collectives have been voicing additional needs crucial for the continuation of their activities. Collectives are requesting tactical gear such as boots and vests to aid in their physical searches, highlighting the challenges faced on the ground. Additionally, there is an urgent call for DNA tests on unclaimed bodies before they are buried, to ensure that no potential family connection is overlooked.
Furthermore, a notable number of tourists from Asia are returning to Baja California as international travel restrictions ease, according to local tourism officials. This resurgence marks a hopeful recovery of the tourism industry post-pandemic, with renewed flights connecting Tijuana to China.
Meanwhile, the new General Hospital of the Eastern Zone has encountered water leaks, raising concerns about facility management. In response to safety concerns, merchants in Tijuana are calling for enhanced police presence, especially in tourist-heavy areas, amidst heightened seasonal activity.
In the sports realm, wrestling fans can look forward to a live match featuring notable wrestler Shocker in an event promising exciting team matchups. The cultural scene also welcomes the inaugural “Dulce Navidad” at Mictlan, which offers a festive experience for families.
Lastly, law enforcement has apprehended two suspects following the murder of a security guard at a local bar, spotlighting ongoing security challenges in the region.