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 can be done to ensure accountability for security forces involved in incidents of violence against migrants at the border?
**Interview with Dr. Ana Ruiz, Migration Policy Expert**
**Host:** Welcome, Dr. Ruiz. Thank you for joining us today to discuss the tragic events involving Colombian migrants at the Mexican border.
**Dr. Ruiz:** Thank you for having me. It’s an important and sensitive issue.
**Host:** Let’s start with the incident on November 2, where two Colombian migrants were killed by the National Guard in Tecate, Baja California. Can you tell us more about the background leading to such confrontations?
**Dr. Ruiz:** Unfortunately, confrontations between migrants and security forces are not uncommon in border areas, particularly as people attempt to cross into the United States. Many migrants, often fleeing violence and economic hardship in their home countries, face increasingly stringent border enforcement. The desperation can lead to dangerous situations for both migrants and law enforcement.
**Host:** President Claudia Sheinbaum mentioned that the incident is being investigated and a safety report will be provided soon. What kind of accountability measures should we expect from such investigations?
**Dr. Ruiz:** Ideally, the investigation should lead to a transparent process that addresses what happened, why it happened, and who is accountable. It’s crucial that authorities clarify the rules of engagement for the National Guard in such scenarios. Human rights organizations will be looking for a clear accountability framework that punishes wrongdoing and improves the protection of migrants.
**Host:** Human rights advocates have condemned the attack and called for reparations. What role do these organizations play in advocating for migrant rights in Mexico?
**Dr. Ruiz:** Human rights organizations play an essential role in advocating for the rights of migrants, often serving as a voice for those who are vulnerable. They raise awareness of abuses, provide legal support, and push for policy changes. In the case of this incident, they are likely to demand not only accountability for the violence but also broader reforms to protect migrants from future abuses.
**Host:** With the recent formation of a new migrant caravan in southern Mexico, what does this say about the current state of migration trends in the region?
**Dr. Ruiz:** The new caravan indicates a persistent trend of large groups of migrants seeking safety and better opportunities. These caravans often form out of necessity—many migrants believe they are safer traveling in numbers. This latest caravan, consisting mainly of Central and South American migrants, underscores the ongoing crisis in their home countries as well as the continuous draw of the United States.
**Host:** Thank you, Dr. Ruiz, for sharing your insights. The situation at the border remains challenging, and we hope for a peaceful and just resolution for all parties involved.
**Dr. Ruiz:** Thank you for having me. It’s crucial that we continue to discuss these issues and work toward compassionate solutions.
**Host:** And thank you to our audience for tuning in. We will continue to follow this developing story closely.
