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, wounded 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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**Interview with Claudia Sheinbaum, President of Mexico**
*Date: November 10, 2023*
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, President Sheinbaum. There has been significant concern regarding the tragic incident on November 2 when two Colombian migrants were killed during an encounter with the National Guard. Can you provide an update on the investigation?
**President Claudia Sheinbaum:** Thank you for having me. Yes, we are indeed taking this matter very seriously. As I mentioned in my recent press conference, an investigation is currently underway. We aim to ensure that the facts surrounding this tragic event are thoroughly examined.
**Interviewer:** What specific actions are being taken to investigate this incident?
**President Sheinbaum:** We are working closely with the National Guard to gather all relevant information regarding the confrontation. Our safety report, which is set to be released on Tuesday, will provide more detailed insights into the circumstances of the event. I encourage those concerned to review this report for clarity.
**Interviewer:** There has been strong condemnation from human rights groups regarding the attack on migrants, as well as calls for accountability. How does your administration plan to address these concerns?
**President Sheinbaum:** We absolutely recognize the seriousness of these concerns. Human rights are a priority for my administration, and we are committed to ensuring that any abuse of power is addressed. We welcome feedback from human rights defenders and take their demands for accountability to heart. Our goal is to provide justice for the victims and ensure the safety of all migrants.
**Interviewer:** Lastly, what message would you like to send to both migrants and the public amidst this ongoing investigation?
**President Sheinbaum:** To migrants, I want to assure you that we are advocating for your safety and rights. To the public, I promise transparency in our investigation, and we will take necessary actions to prevent such incidents in the future. It is our duty to uphold human rights and the rule of law in our country.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, President Sheinbaum, for your time and insights on this critical issue.
**President Sheinbaum:** Thank you for having me.
