**Tijuana to Prioritize Intelligence-Based Crime Fighting**
In a bid to stay ahead of criminal activities, both state and municipal governments in Tijuana have announced a strategic shift towards intelligence-based crime prevention. This approach follows a federal directive aimed at leveraging data and analysis instead of traditional surveillance methods. Juan Manuel Sánchez Rosales, head of the Municipal Secretariat for Security and Citizen Protection (SSPCM), emphasized that intelligence involves tracking information processes, gathering data, conducting analyses, and making informed decisions.
The local police will focus on three main pillars: community proximity, public safety, and collaboration with private security firms. Additionally, officers will receive training on weapon handling and use-of-force protocols. As part of this enhanced strategy, efforts will zoom in on violence generators linked to homicides and organized crime, given the significant number of crimes rooted in disputes among criminal groups.
Statistics from the State Public Security Secretariat revealed that up to August, Tijuana had reported 1,739 homicide cases and 23 femicide cases, placing it among the top cities nationally for such occurrences. Sánchez Rosales indicated that their efforts will continue to rely on municipal budgets and federal support, such as allocations from the Strengthening Municipalities Fund.
Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, Governor of Baja California, and other state officials have identified 53 vulnerable regions prone to high criminal activity and are looking to ramp up local police recruitment. Meanwhile, the National Guard will provide additional support to sustain security measures.
**Additional Coverage: Rising Crime Concerns in Tijuana**
In recent months, Tijuana has witnessed a surge in crime, prompting a reevaluation of existing security frameworks. The federal government’s emphasis on intelligence-based operations is part of a broader national initiative to curb organized crime. Local residents and businesses have expressed relief over increased police presence and community engagement initiatives, but concerns remain over the long-lasting impact of criminal networks on public safety.
Experts suggest that socio-economic factors, such as unemployment and a bustling border economy, further exacerbate crime rates in the region. Collaborative efforts between local law enforcement and federal agencies are expected to address these underlying issues, though consistent implementation and community involvement will be key to achieving tangible improvements.
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