## Human Remains and Threatening Banner Found Again at Plaza Río
For the second time, a gruesome discovery was made at Plaza Río in Tijuana. On the night of February 7, human remains were found alongside a threatening banner, also known as a “narcomanta,” in the shopping center’s parking area on Avenida Paseo de los Héroes in Tijuana’s urban zone.
The discovery was reported at 11:02 PM through a 911 call, where the witness claimed that two slender men were responsible for the crime. One suspect was reportedly wearing white clothing, while the other was in orange attire. Both fled the scene before authorities arrived.
The message on the banner was directed at Miguel Ángel Gaxiola Rodríguez, the Homicide Crimes Coordinator, and Edgar Nava, the Head of the Tijuana Homicide Group. Written in blue letters, the banner accused them of having connections with criminal figures and warned them to restrain themselves, as the perpetrators claimed to have “ties” within the system. The message was signed by the CJNG, a notorious criminal organization.
This incident marks the second time in recent weeks that such a horrific discovery has been made at Plaza Río. Previously, on January 28, a body was found in the trunk of a white Dodge Durango with Baja California plates, along with a similar narcomanta directed at a different official from the federal prosecutor’s office.
The message from the prior incident emphasized the CJNG’s control over the region and warned rivals to stay away. As with the current incident, no arrests have been made yet.
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## Rising Tensions in Tijuana: Continued Violence and Threats
The latest incident at Plaza Río is indicative of the increasing tension and violence in Tijuana, a city that has long struggled with competing criminal organizations. The CJNG’s brazen public displays, marked by these narcomantas, serve as potent reminders of the organization’s influence and willingness to resort to violence to assert dominance.
Elsewhere in the city, law enforcement agencies face significant challenges in curbing the violence. Despite efforts to increase police presence and improve intelligence gathering, the persistent threat from well-organized criminal groups continues to plague the region.
Authorities urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity as efforts continue to dismantle these criminal networks. Meanwhile, residents and business owners in Tijuana remain on edge, hoping for a future where peace and security can be restored.