**Seven Police Officers Suspended Over Alleged Involvement in Businessman’s Kidnapping**
Seven police officers from the municipal police department have been suspended indefinitely following allegations of their involvement in the kidnapping of a local businessman. This decisive action was confirmed by Juan Manuel Sánchez Rosales, head of the Municipal Security and Citizen Protection Secretariat (SSPCM).
Sánchez Rosales stated, “The officers can defend themselves, but the sanction has already been enforced. They have been removed from service indefinitely until the legal process concludes otherwise.” This suspension comes in the wake of an investigation led by the State Attorney General’s Office (FGE) to rule out any possible leaks of the case files related to these officers.
These officers, part of Tijuana’s intelligence division, stand accused of unlawfully detaining an entrepreneur last July. Despite the serious accusations, the officers avoided arrest due to a legal protection order. Sánchez Rosales remarked, “The decision to grant legal protection is beyond our jurisdiction; it lies entirely with the public prosecutor and the presiding judge.”
The FGE’s internal investigation aims to determine whether there was a leak of information from the case files, which might have prompted the officers to seek legal protection. In light of the situation, Sánchez Rosales emphasized the need for stricter internal controls and oversight of police activities to prevent similar incidents in the future. Ensuring that officers act within the law and uphold human rights remains a top priority.
**Secondary Article: Efforts to Curb Violence in Tecate Lead to Drop in Homicides**
In Tecate, recent law enforcement efforts appear to be paying off, as the region has seen a decrease in homicides following the arrest of alleged violence instigators, according to the State Attorney General’s Office (FGE). These arrests are part of a larger strategy to dismantle criminal networks and restore safety to the community.
As the region continues to grapple with crime, local authorities remain vigilant, maintaining public safety as a top concern. Sánchez Rosales explained that collaboration between various security entities is crucial in tackling the root causes of violence and ensuring lasting peace in the region.
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