MËXICO CITY (El Universal).— Morenoist representative Patricia Armendáriz accused Father Marcelo Pérez, murdered last Sunday in San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chiapas, of having links to organized crime, through a message on her account. x.
In his publication made on social networks yesterday morning, he also implicated the Mexican Church in general: “I dare to suspect that organized crime has touched the Church. The murdered priest, according to many, had assets that do not come from alms. Less from such a poor community,” wrote Representative Armendáriz.
Later, the Morenoist legislator deleted her publication due to the criticism she received for re-victimizing the Chiapas priest, recognized for being a conflict mediator.
The representative then published another tweet, where she apologized and explained why she had published the criticized message: “I am very sorry that a tweet that intended to provide information about the events that occurred in Chiapas has generated the opinion that I was accusing a victim. I apologize to the church and his family because it was not my intention. No one deserves to be tarnished with suspicion. Much less a representative of the church. That’s why I lowered the tweet. Because I reflected and really deleted my comment because it was more the harm I was doing than trying to shed light on such an ignominous act that hurts me as much as my love for Chiapas,” he wrote.
At a glance
Reactions in networks
After the publication of the Morenoist representative Patricia Armendáriz, about the death of Father Marcelo Pérez, there were numerous demonstrations against it on social networks.
Responsibility
The incident sparked a debate about the responsibility of public officials in communicating such sensitive facts and the impact their words can have on public perception and victims of violence.
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**Interview with Patricia Armendáriz about her Allegations Against Father Marcelo Pérez**
*Host:* Welcome to the show, Patricia Armendáriz. Thank you for joining us today. We want to discuss the serious allegations you’ve made regarding Father Marcelo Pérez, who was tragically murdered in Chiapas.
*Patricia Armendáriz:* Thank you for having me. It’s important to address these issues openly.
*Host:* You accused Father Pérez of having links to organized crime. Can you explain what led you to make this claim?
*Patricia Armendáriz:* My statement was based on what I perceive as a pattern of behavior and circumstances surrounding his involvement in the community. These issues have long plagued our region, and as a public representative, I feel it is my duty to bring attention to them, especially when it involves the safety and wellbeing of our citizens.
*Host:* The timing of your accusations, immediately following his murder, seems to have struck a chord with many. How do you respond to critics who say your comments may have been premature or disrespectful?
*Patricia Armendáriz:* I understand the sensitivity of the situation, and I want to express my condolences to those affected by his death. However, I believe that in such grave situations, we cannot ignore potential underlying issues. It’s vital to investigate every angle to uncover the truth and possibly prevent further violence.
*Host:* You also implicated the Mexican Church in your statements. What do you hope to achieve by addressing this broader institution?
*Patricia Armendáriz:* I want to initiate a dialogue about the broader implications of organized crime’s influence in our communities. The Church plays a significant role in many people’s lives, and I believe that transparency is crucial. It’s time for all institutions to examine their relationships with local communities and ensure they are not inadvertently enabling criminal activities.
*Host:* Thank you for your insights, Patricia. As this situation develops, we hope for a resolution that can bring peace to Chiapas.
*Patricia Armendáriz:* Thank you for shedding light on this important issue.
