Tijuana’s Smooth Halloween

Tijuana’s Halloween operation was a success, ensuring safety with police presence and innovative measures. Incident at Plaza Santa Cecilia prompts added security considerations. Upcoming events include Día de Muertos celebrations and local infrastructure improvements in Las Cumbres.

**Successful Halloween Operation in Tijuana**

The city of Tijuana reported a peaceful and orderly celebration of Halloween on October 31st, thanks to a well-implemented operation by the municipal government. The operation saw the deployment of 456 police officers, 98 patrol units, and 36 motorcycle transit units focused on key areas such as Avenida Revolución, Zona Río, shopping centers, and major roads.

To further ensure safety, various sobriety checkpoints were established throughout the city. The operation also included the support of 13 Civil Protection officers, 23 firefighters, and 16 medical emergency technicians, all concentrated in high-traffic areas.

Innovative measures included the use of a drone, an alternate operations post to support the Mobile Command Center, monitoring via C2 cameras by the Emergency Operations Center, and on-foot patrols. This coordinated effort between the local government’s Security and Citizen Protection department and the community helped maintain a peaceful environment throughout the festivities.

**Secondary Article: Incident at Santa Cecilia Plaza During Halloween Festivities**

While the Halloween operation was largely successful, a shooting incident at Plaza Santa Cecilia resulted in three people being injured. Emergency services responded promptly, and the injured were transported to a hospital by Red Cross paramedics. Enhanced security measures are being considered for future events to prevent similar incidents.

**Upcoming Events and Activities in Tijuana**

In addition to managing Halloween festivities, there are numerous upcoming events in Tijuana. The city is preparing for a weekend full of Día de Muertos celebrations, including a festival at Cecut and a record-breaking attempt to make the largest Pan de Muerto. Additionally, the local businesses in the Zona Centro are adjusting to changes in sales patterns due to recent holidays.

For those planning to enjoy the weekend from November 1st to 3rd, a variety of concerts and cultural events will be taking place. Meanwhile, the community in Las Cumbres continues to advocate for improved infrastructure and amenities, such as better roads, more access points, and a community park, which have been in discussion since 2017.