### Tijuana City Council Implements Body and Patrol Cameras for Police Officers
In a move to enhance transparency and accountability, the Tijuana City Council has decided to reintroduce body and patrol cameras for municipal police officers. Juan Manuel Sánchez Rosales, head of the Municipal Secretariat for Citizen Security and Protection, announced that the initial phase will see these cameras deployed among officers assigned to central, suburban, and tourist areas, which have reported a higher number of complaints against officers.
Sánchez Rosales said, “We aim to reinforce the use of body cameras where alleged illicit acts by officers and towing services have been reported.” This initiative is part of broader measures to address 536 complaints inherited from the previous administration, many of which involve municipal police.
In conjunction with this, Tijuana is set to experience an improved public safety landscape in 2025, as announced by Tijuana’s mayor during a recent press conference. With an increased security budget, plans include standardizing firefighter salaries to approximately 21,300 pesos and creating 59 new positions with standardized wages.
Moreover, efforts are underway to address deficiencies in Tijuana’s fire station infrastructure. The mayor confirmed progress on a new location for Fire Station Number 1, which was removed from Emiliano Zapata Street in the city center during the previous administration. This new site promises to meet all required conditions better than its previous location.
### Additional News on Tijuana’s Security Measures
As Tijuana seeks to strengthen its public safety efforts, several related initiatives have surfaced:
**Family Concerns in Education Sector:**
Parents recently took action by occupying the premises of the Tijuana Education Secretariat due to the absence of critical cleaning staff at the Edouard Seguin preschool. The school has lacked janitorial support for two years, with parents stepping in to fill the gap.
**Public Transport Safety:**
The IMOS Director announced a new training program for women to become public transport operators. This decision follows numerous complaints from users about rude male drivers, highlighting an ongoing push for better service and safety in public transport.
**Police Accountability Cases:**
In a high-profile case, Sinaloa authorities have detained several members of the National Guard connected to the murder of Adán Morales. Five arrest warrants have been issued as investigations continue.
**Support Programs for Families:**
The mayor highlighted the positive impact of the “Violeta Cards,” distributed as a support measure for female heads of household. During a recent event, 700 of these cards were handed out, underscoring ongoing efforts to assist families in need.
These developments reflect Tijuana’s broader commitment to enhancing civic life and public safety, promoting transparency, and addressing the concerns of its residents.