### Nearly 10% of Young Police Academy Recruits Drop Out
A significant challenge faced by police academies is the dropout rate of recruits, with around 8% leaving their training before completion. This issue was highlighted by the director of the Institute of Preventive Studies and Interdisciplinary Training, Carlos Jesús Carmona Suárez, who pointed out that economic hardships are often a contributing factor. Some recruits leave after just one day at the academy, while others may take up to a week to adjust but eventually decide not to continue.
The training program spans six months, requiring about 1,160 hours as per the professionalization curriculum guidelines. Recruitment is ongoing throughout the year, with a goal to graduate 500 officers annually. Training centers are located in key areas like Ensenada, Mexicali, and Tijuana, accepting candidates aged between 19 and 35 years. The director emphasized the importance of the recruitment and training processes, which are tailored by each corporation according to its budget and resources. Notably, tattoos are allowed for recruits as long as they do not promote crime or exhibit offensive content.
Additionally, the need for each municipality to have its police training academy was discussed. According to federal regulations, the ultimate decision and design of such academies rest with the National Public Security System and the National Security Council, not individual states.
### Local Developments and Community News
**Police Force in Tecate to Undergo Review**
A recent report indicates that 10% of Tecate’s police force has not passed trust control checks—a measure critical for maintaining integrity within the force.
**Tijuana Urged to Establish Its Own Training Academy**
Community leaders stress the necessity for Tijuana to establish its own police academy to ensure quality in law enforcement training.
**Trans Activist Faces Risks for Advocacy**
A local trans activist has reported threats due to their vocal advocacy for the community, highlighting ongoing safety concerns.
**Sinaloa Violence May Cause Migration to Baja California**
Increased violence in Sinaloa could lead to a migration of residents seeking safety in Baja California.
**Call for Tecate Residents to Join Municipal Police**
Tecate’s government calls for new recruits to join the police force, emphasizing the need for adequate personnel to ensure public safety.
**Upcoming Caribbean Series Expected to Draw 100,000 Visitors**
Preparations are underway for the Caribbean Serie 2025, with the state investing in stadium renovations to host the event in Mexicali.
**Controversy Over Re-Election of CNDH Head**
The re-election of Piedra Ibarra has sparked concerns over the effectiveness of the CNDH, particularly regarding its alignment with previous government administrations.
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