**Narcomantas Found in Mexicali Targeting Local Security Officials**
On the morning of March 26th, three narcomantas were discovered in various locations across Mexicali. This information was confirmed by the city’s mayor. One of these banners was prominently displayed on a pedestrian bridge over Lázaro Cárdenas Boulevard and Ninth Street in eastern Mexicali. The ominous message was reportedly aimed at certain high-ranking members of the State Citizen Security Force, including the director and subdirector of intelligence, demanding responsibility for alleged actions and hinting at violence if demands were not met.
The mayor disclosed that the incident is being handled by the Baja California Attorney General’s Office and that further details would be discussed in an upcoming security meeting. Due to the ongoing investigation, specific information remains under wraps to avoid compromising the process.
Just a week prior, on March 21st, four similar narcomantas surfaced around Mexicali. These were directed at the new director of the Municipal Police, who dismissed them as insignificant threats, having previously faced such messages upon taking office.
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**Additional Context: Rising Tensions and Local Concerns**
The recent discovery of narcomantas in Mexicali underscores ongoing tensions in the region. Safety concerns are heightening amidst these public displays of intimidation. Local authorities are working to assure residents of their ongoing commitment to safety and security.
In the backdrop of these events, similar incidents have been occurring in other parts of Baja California. In Ensenada, a narcomanta was recently spotted at a technical secondary school, further emphasizing the widespread nature of these threats. Meanwhile, neighboring Tijuana dealt with an unrelated but concerning incident of a fire at a recycling facility, adding to the region’s challenges in maintaining public safety and community well-being.
Residents and officials alike remain vigilant as authorities continue their investigations into these crimes and aim to bring stability and peace back to affected communities.