**Surveillance Cameras to be Installed Outside Tijuana’s Maquiladoras: AIMO**
The industrial sector in Tijuana is planning to install 50 surveillance cameras around various maquiladora (manufacturing plant) sites in the city, according to José Luis Contreras Valenzuela, the president of the Association of Industrials of the Otay Mesa (AIMO). These cameras will be strategically placed in key areas within the Otay industrial zone and will be connected to the Control and Command Center operated by the Tijuana Police Department.
Contreras Valenzuela mentioned that the program is progressing well and that the devices, provided by AIMO members, should be operational in a few days. “While more cameras will be installed soon, it is important to note that these serve primarily as a deterrent to insecurity and are not a definitive solution,” he added.
He also noted that the presence of surveillance cameras does not guarantee the capture of individuals committing crimes—cameras simply provide visual evidence that can aid police investigations. To maximize their effectiveness, local police monitoring is essential.
The AIMO President indicated that discussions will soon commence with the incoming city administration to ensure this connectivity. In light of the recent disappearance of Prime Wheel Tijuana employee Servando Salazar Cano on August 23, Contreras Valenzuela emphasized that the State Attorney General’s Office is currently handling the investigation but expressed concern over the lack of available information and the overall atmosphere of secrecy surrounding the case.
Additional safety protocols in compliance with workplace and environmental protection standards were also highlighted, with each company responsible for its internal security policies and staff.
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**Second Article: Surge in Driver Disappearances in 2024**
The State Attorney General’s Office (FGE) has reported the alarming disappearance of nine ride-sharing platform drivers so far in 2024. Unfortunately, five of these individuals were later found deceased, three remain missing, and only one driver returned home safely.
The troubling trend has raised serious concerns among family members and the local community, pressing law enforcement agencies to intensify their investigative efforts. In one recent case, the family of Germán Santoyo, a driver for the inDrive platform, is demanding aggressive search efforts as he remains unaccounted for in Tijuana.
The gravity of these disappearances reflects the increasing dangers faced by ride-sharing drivers in the region, prompting calls for enhanced safety measures and better protection for those providing these essential services.
In another disturbing incident, a 16-year-old individual was identified as the prime suspect in the killing of Jesús Eduardo, a driver for the Didi platform, as reported by the FGE. Such incidents underscore the urgent need for mitigating risks and ensuring the safety of ride-sharing professionals in the city.
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