MEXICO CITY.- The president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaumstated this Tuesday that death is “being investigated” fingers Colombian migrants attacked on November 2 in a confrontation with the National Guard on the northern border of the country.
“It is being investigated. On Tuesday, eight (days) from now, we are going to have the safety report. They made a bulletin and there the general secretary can report in detail,” said the president, during her morning press conference, without giving further details.
On November 2, the National Guard killed two Colombians while they moved in a group to trying to cross the border into the United Statesin Tecate, Baja California.
The event also left five people injuredincluding a minor.
Attack on migrants condemned
Collectives and human rights defenders condemned the attack and They demanded that the authorities clarify what happened. They also ask for the repair of the damage and the punishment of elements of the National Guard.
Given this, the Secretary of National Defense (Sedena), confirmed that the confrontation occurred last Saturday on a section of the highway towards La Rumorosa, in the vicinity of a wind farm in the northern town of Tecate.
The Mexican Army defended that the elements of the National Guard were initially attacked with firearms, so “they repelled the aggression”. They mentioned that in fact They arrested a man of Mexican nationalityunharmed, and a vehicle in which the migrants were traveling was also seized.
They separate elements who attacked migrants
He also assured that the three members of the corporation who participated in the events were temporarily separated from their duties to carry out investigations.
For its part, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Colombia regretted the eventssent his condolences and offered his support to the family members.
The two people who died were identified as Yuli Vanessa Herrera Marulanda37 years old, injured directly in the head, and Ronaldo Andrés Quintero Scarves20 years old, who received several gunshot wounds to the head, chest, neck and shoulder.
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What specific measures is President Sheinbaum’s administration implementing to ensure accountability for the National Guard’s actions during the incident with Colombian migrants?
**Interview with Claudia Sheinbaum: Addressing the Incident Involving Colombian Migrants**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us, President Claudia Sheinbaum. Following the tragic incident involving Colombian migrants on November 2, can you share more about the ongoing investigation into what happened during the confrontation with the National Guard?
**Claudia Sheinbaum:** Thank you for having me. Yes, we are taking this situation very seriously. The investigation is ongoing, and we are committed to uncovering the facts surrounding this unfortunate event. As I mentioned in my morning press conference, we will provide a detailed safety report in just a few days.
**Editor:** Can you clarify the circumstances under which the confrontation occurred? There are many concerns regarding the use of force by the National Guard.
**Claudia Sheinbaum:** I understand the concerns, and that’s why we’re conducting a thorough investigation. The situation arose as a group of migrants attempted to cross into the United States. It’s crucial that we assess all the details, including the actions of both the migrants and the National Guard, to ensure accountability and transparency.
**Editor:** Human rights organizations have condemned the attack and are calling for accountability. How does your administration plan to address their demands?
**Claudia Sheinbaum:** We are in constant dialogue with human rights defenders and collectives. Their voices are important in this conversation. We will not only look into the incident but also work towards reparations for those affected and ensure that those responsible are held accountable.
**Editor:** The event resulted in the tragic loss of life and injuries to others, including a minor. How is your administration supporting the victims and their families during this time?
**Claudia Sheinbaum:** Our first step was to extend our condolences to the families involved. We are dedicated to providing support and resources for the victims and their loved ones. This is a priority for our government as we navigate this sensitive situation.
**Editor:** Thank you, President Sheinbaum, for your commitment to addressing this critical issue and for the accountability measures your administration is pursuing. We look forward to hearing more updates on the investigation in the coming days.
**Claudia Sheinbaum:** Thank you for your interest in this matter. We appreciate the opportunity to share our approach and remain hopeful that we can bring clarity and justice for everyone involved.