**Tijuana Officers Charged with Assaulting Security Guard**
Two municipal police officers, identified as Jesus “N” and Jean Eliut “N”, have been formally charged with acts of cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment against a security guard in Tijuana. The incident occurred on October 20, 2020, at a Costco store in the Los Santos neighborhood. According to the investigation by the State Attorney General’s Office, the security guard was on duty when he noticed that three police patrol cars had blocked the store’s main entrance and exit.
After about 15 minutes of the officers disregarding his repeated polite requests to move their vehicles, Officer Jean Eliut reportedly told him, “You are not going to tell me what to do.” Officer Jesus “N” then identified himself as the team leader, and along with Jean Eliut, they entered the parking lot and assaulted the security guard. The officers allegedly strangled him and eventually brought him to the ground, causing several injuries including a knee and left arm injury and a cervical sprain.
The victim was then handcuffed, placed in a patrol car, verbally abused, and taken to the Municipal Offender Detention Center. On September 20, 2024, a court hearing was held where the officers were officially charged. The final hearing on September 25 resulted in the judge binding them over for trial with two additional months given for the investigation.
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**Secondary Article: Tijuana’s Struggle with Police Misconduct**
Tijuana has been grappling with multiple instances of police misconduct, sparking concern among residents and government officials alike. Recent reports highlight a series of investigations and accusations against local law enforcement officers for abuses similar to the case involving Jesus “N” and Jean Eliut “N”.
These cases often involve allegations of excessive force, unlawful detentions, and mistreatment of civilians. In response, local authorities have started implementing reforms aimed at increasing accountability within the police force. This includes stricter oversight, increased training on human rights, and the establishment of independent bodies to handle complaints against police officers.
There’s a growing call from the public and human rights organizations for a complete overhaul of the system to ensure transparency and restore trust between the police and the communities they serve. The issue remains a significant point of debate as Tijuana seeks to balance public safety with the protection of citizen rights.