**Primary Article: Sheinbaum Scheduled for Security Meeting in Mazatlán After SSPC Agent’s Tragic Death**
President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced plans to travel to Mazatlán, Sinaloa, for an important security meeting following the tragic death of an agent from the Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection (SSPC). The meeting, scheduled for Sunday, December 22, 2024, aims to address pressing security concerns in the region.
During her press briefing at the National Palace, Sheinbaum outlined the agenda for the visit, which includes a session with the Security Cabinet, discussions with governors regarding critical strategic projects, and a public event focused on social programs. This visit comes after Omar Hamid García Harfuch, head of the SSPC, already traveled to Sinaloa to strengthen local security efforts.
Sheinbaum expressed deep sorrow over the loss of the special investigations agent, Halexy Guadalupe Velderrain Con, killed in Culiacán. She assured that the SSPC would provide more details about the ongoing investigation. García Harfuch reaffirmed his commitment to seeking justice for the fallen agent and stated that those responsible would be held accountable.
The killing occurred in the Villas del Río neighborhood when two assailants on a motorcycle approached Velderrain while he was in his vehicle, firing at close range. Media reports mentioned that one suspect fled to the University of Durango, Culiacán campus. Velderrain, a 43-year-old from Guaymas, Sonora, had been a trusted member of García Harfuch’s team, with his career dating back to 2009 with the now-defunct Federal Police.
**Secondary Article: Security Concerns Heighten in Sinaloa Amid Rising Violence**
The recent murder of SSPC agent Halexy Guadalupe Velderrain Con highlights a growing concern over escalating violence in Sinaloa. This incident adds to a series of targeted attacks on law enforcement, emphasizing the challenging environment authorities face in curbing organized crime activities in the region.
Governor Rubén Rocha Moya and security officials, including Omar Hamid García Harfuch, are intensifying efforts to restore peace and safety. Recent initiatives include deploying additional resources and personnel to reinforce law enforcement operations. The government aims to dismantle criminal networks and improve collaboration with the community to break cycles of violence.
As these developments unfold, local residents are urged to remain vigilant and cooperate with law enforcement to ensure their safety. The anticipated security meeting in Mazatlán seeks to strategize and implement more robust measures to address these persistent threats effectively.
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