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 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 changes will your administration implement to improve the safety protocols for migrants at the border following the incident involving Colombian migrants?
**Interview with Claudia Sheinbaum on the Recent Incident Involving Colombian Migrants**
**Editor**: Good morning, President Sheinbaum. Thank you for joining us today to discuss the tragic incident involving Colombian migrants at the Mexican border. Can you provide us with an update on the investigations regarding the deaths and injuries that occurred on November 2?
**Claudia Sheinbaum**: Good morning. Yes, the situation is being thoroughly investigated. We are committed to getting to the bottom of what happened. On November 2, two Colombians were tragically killed, and five others were injured during a confrontation with the National Guard in Tecate. We will have a detailed safety report available next week, which will outline the findings of our investigation.
**Editor**: It’s been reported that the incident involved a group of migrants attempting to cross into the United States. What measures is your administration taking to ensure the safety of migrants in similar situations?
**Claudia Sheinbaum**: The safety of all individuals, including migrants, is a priority for us. We are reviewing our protocols and the conduct of our National Guard members during such confrontations. We are committed to ensuring that our security forces act with the utmost respect for human rights. The concerns raised by human rights defenders have been heard, and we are taking them seriously.
**Editor**: Human rights organizations have condemned the attack and are calling for accountability. How does your administration plan to address these demands?
**Claudia Sheinbaum**: We are fully aware of the outcry from human rights groups and the communities affected by this tragedy. Our investigation will be transparent, and we will ensure that appropriate measures are taken based on our findings. Additionally, we understand the importance of reparations for those harmed and will work to address the needs of the victims and their families.
**Editor**: Thank you for your commitment to uncovering the truth and supporting those affected. Is there anything else you would like to add?
**Claudia Sheinbaum**: I would like to emphasize that every life lost is a tragedy, and we must approach this situation with compassion and seriousness. We are dedicated to creating a safer Mexico for everyone, and I encourage constructive dialogue as we tackle these complex issues together.
**Editor**: Thank you, President Sheinbaum, for your insights and commitment to this matter. We will be following the developments closely.
