MEXICO CITY.- This Tuesday the arrest of two men and a woman for his alleged participation in the armed attack against Diana Sanchez Barriosleader of merchants in the Mexico City.
It is about the alleged shooter against the leader, the driver of the motorcycle that allowed the escape, and a woman, whom they located for a C-5 camera tracking. Now they are looking for two more who also participated in the attack that left one person dead and two injured.
The reporter Carlos Jimenez He detailed that the alleged participants in the armed aggression were hiding in the State of Mexico. Therefore, a coordinated operation was carried out between capital and Mexican authorities.
3 FALL FOR THE ATTEMPTED MURDER OF DIANA SÁNCHEZ BARRIOS
The special teams of @SSC_CDMX They located the criminals’ refuge.
They carried out various actions and arrested 3 subjects who participated in the shooting attack.
They handed them over to @FiscaliaCDMX pic.twitter.com/PjGKZvokGQ— Carlos Jiménez (@c4jimenez) November 5, 2024
On October 17, Diana Sánchez Barrios was attacked in the streets of the Historic Center from Mexico City, while he was with a group of people.
A video of the events shows the moment when a subject opens fire on the leader of merchants, who was injured and was transferred to Siglo XXI Hospital.
Diana Sánchez Barrios is a visible figure in defending the rights of street vendors in the capital. It has been seen embroiled in controversies throughout his career for also being a trans activist.
Read: Attack against activist Diana Sánchez Barrios in the center of CDMX
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How do recent trends in violence against activists reflect the overall security situation in Mexico?
**Interview Segment with Carlos Jimenez, Reporter**
**Host:** Welcome, Carlos. Thank you for joining us to discuss the recent arrests related to the armed attack on Diana Sanchez Barrios, a prominent merchants’ leader in Mexico City. Could you start by giving us an overview of what happened during the attack?
**Carlos Jimenez:** Sure. The attack on Diana Sanchez Barrios took place recently in Mexico City. It was a violent incident that left one person dead and two others injured. Diana, who is well-known for her leadership among merchants, was targeted, which raises significant concerns about the safety of community leaders in the region.
**Host:** That sounds alarming. I understand that two men and one woman have been arrested in connection with this incident. Can you provide more details about their alleged involvement?
**Carlos Jimenez:** Absolutely. The individuals arrested include the alleged shooter and the motorcycle driver who facilitated their escape. The police were also able to locate one woman through C-5 camera tracking, which is part of Mexico City’s surveillance system. Authorities are currently searching for two additional suspects who were also involved in the attack.
**Host:** It seems like a coordinated effort was essential in apprehending these suspects. Can you tell us where they were found and how the police managed to track them down?
**Carlos Jimenez:** The suspects were hiding out in the State of Mexico. The police conducted a coordinated operation that likely utilized various intelligence sources, including surveillance footage from C-5, to locate them. Such efforts are critical in tackling the environment of violence, particularly against community leaders.
**Host:** This incident is part of a troubling trend of violence against activists in Mexico. Given the recent killings of a police chief and an Indigenous rights defender, how do you think this situation reflects on the broader security environment in Mexico?
**Carlos Jimenez:** It definitely highlights a concerning pattern of increasing violence against community leaders and activists in Mexico. The recent killings, including the police chief just days after the tragic loss of an Indigenous rights defender and her family, showcase the risks these individuals face. It underscores the need for stronger protective measures for those advocating for their communities.
**Host:** Thanks for shedding light on these serious issues, Carlos. What do you think the next steps will be for law enforcement in dealing with not only this recent attack but also the climate of fear that exists among activists?
**Carlos Jimenez:** The priority will likely be ongoing investigations to apprehend any remaining suspects and to ensure the safety of community leaders. Law enforcement must also work on building trust within communities, so that individuals feel safe to speak up against violence. It’s a challenging road ahead, but essential for restoring security and confidence among the populace.
**Host:** Thank you for your insights, Carlos. We appreciate your time and the important work you do in reporting on these critical issues.
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This structured interview provides a well-rounded discussion of the recent events surrounding Diana Sanchez Barrios’ attack and contextualizes it within the broader issue of violence against activists in Mexico.