**Tijuana Officer Arrested for Off-Duty Intervention Attempt**
A Tijuana police officer, Jesús Omar Gómez Orozco, was arrested by the State Attorney General’s Office for attempting to intervene in the actions of a civilian while off-duty. The incident occurred on the afternoon of November 15th, near the Petro Seven gas station on Vía Rápida Poniente.
Gómez Orozco was driving a white, unmarked 2010 Ford Taurus when he stopped a black Nissan Frontier. Exiting his vehicle in a police uniform with the insignia of the Tijuana’s Security and Citizen Protection Secretariat, he attempted to engage the driver of the Frontier. This prompted the attention of nearby state authorities, who were quick to inspect the situation.
Upon investigation, it was verified that Gómez Orozco was a municipal police officer assigned to a fixed point, but at the time of the incident, he was off duty. He admitted that the Taurus vehicle did not belong to the police department. Law enforcement officials confiscated his service weapon—a Smith & Wesson SD9VE pistol loaded with 15 rounds—and placed him at the disposal of relevant authorities for further investigation and processing.
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**[Secondary Article] Rising Concerns Over Off-Duty Police Conduct in Tijuana**
The arrest of Jesús Omar Gómez Orozco highlights ongoing concerns about the conduct of police officers while off-duty in Tijuana. This incident is the latest in a series of events that have raised questions about the use of authority by police personnel outside their official capacity.
Recently, similar concerns have emerged, prompting calls for better monitoring and regulation of off-duty activities among law enforcement in the region. While the majority of incidents may not result in legal challenges, the cumulative effect of these situations has eroded public trust and underlined the need for clear protocols and accountability.
Community leaders and activists argue that an overextension of police authority can create confusion and fear among civilians, thereby harming the relationship between law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve. Stricter guidelines and continuous training are being advocated to curb such instances and ensure officers adhere to the code of conduct, irrespective of their duty status.
As local authorities continue to investigate the specific case of Officer Gómez Orozco, the spotlight grows on the broader issue of maintaining professionalism and integrity within the force. The outcome may push for new policies designed to reinforce the boundaries of police engagement in non-official scenarios, aiming to protect both the public and the integrity of law enforcement in Tijuana.