Son of Labor Leader Shot

In San Quintín, a shooting injured José David Martínez Hernández, son of labor leader Bonifacio Martínez Cruz, on December 25. Ongoing violence in Baja California heightens concerns.

**Shooting Incident Involving Son of Prominent Labor Leader in San Quintín**

In San Quintín, a district in Baja California, the son of well-known labor leader Bonifacio Martínez Cruz was injured in a shooting incident. José David Martínez Hernández, 26, was shot twice in his leg on the night of December 25, as confirmed by the State Attorney General’s Office of Baja California.

According to the State Investigation Agency in San Quintín, the attack took place at approximately 8 PM on Santo Tomás Street in the Las Misiones neighborhood. After the incident, Martínez Hernández was taken to Clinic 69 of the Mexican Institute of Social Security (IMSS) at around 8:35 PM. He was reported to be in stable condition.

Martínez Hernández did not cooperate with the authorities and showed no interest in pursuing an investigation regarding the attack. This violent incident occurred in the same area where his father Bonifacio Martínez Cruz was attacked in July, during which his brother Eugenio was killed and his son Miguel and another relative were injured.

**Similar Incidents Highlight Ongoing Violence in the Region**

In a separate report, tensions continue to rise across Baja California, with several violent incidents reported in recent months. Authorities remain on high alert following an explosion in Tijuana, resulting in injuries to two individuals. Additionally, a tragic event in Mexicali saw a woman allegedly murdered by her brother. These events underscore a worrying trend of violence that has persisted in the area, posing significant challenges for law enforcement and affecting the safety of local communities.

Efforts to mitigate violence in the region are ongoing, as authorities are urged to enhance security measures and foster community trust. Residents continue to call for peace and justice, hoping for a swift resolution to the escalating acts of violence.

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