Highway Tragedy Near Tijuana

**Tragedy on Tijuana-Tecate Highway:** Fatal crash claims one life and injures five. Rescue efforts heightened as responders work to aid victims of Sunday’s collision near Ojo de Agua.

**Fatal Accident on Tijuana-Tecate Highway Leaves One Dead and Five Injured**

A tragic accident on the Tijuana-Tecate free highway has resulted in the death of a man in his 50s, while five others sustained injuries. The incident took place on Sunday, November 17, near Ojo de Agua. Emergency responders discovered that the man had been trapped in his vehicle following a collision with another car.

Among the injured were three 10-year-old girls who reported back pain, a 12-year-old girl with a fractured right clavicle, and a 32-year-old man suffering from a headache. Their conditions were classified as “yellow”, indicating a stable but serious state. The injured children were taken to the Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS) hospital in Tecate, and the man to the IMSS Clinic 1 in Tijuana. Officers from the State Attorney General’s Office were present to start an investigation and oversee the removal of the deceased from the scene.

**Additional Developments**

**14 Arrested in Connection to International Drug Cartel in Barcelona**

Spanish authorities have arrested 14 individuals in Barcelona suspected of having links to the infamous Sinaloa Cartel, a prominent drug trafficking organization. This operation is part of a larger effort by international law enforcement to combat drug-related crimes that have seen the cartel extend its influence beyond the Americas.

**Preventive Measures and Challenges in Tijuana**

In other news, a man is currently under preventive detention in Tijuana for allegedly robbing a local business. At the same time, Tijuana’s City Council intensifies its efforts to remove minors from street exploitation, aiming to provide them with educational opportunities and social services.

Also noteworthy is a protest by East Zone Hospital staff in Tijuana demanding overdue salary payments. Their demonstration, while maintaining hospital operations, highlights labor challenges in the healthcare sector.

**Cultural Highlights**

Lovers of music were treated to performances by St. Vincent, Travis, and New Order during the second day of the Corona Capital event, bringing together fans of diverse musical genres.

These stories underline the ongoing efforts within the region to address social challenges, ensure public safety, and celebrate cultural events amidst adversity.