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 measures is President Claudia Sheinbaum taking to improve the safety and rights of migrants in Mexico following the recent tragic incident?**
**Interview with Claudia Sheinbaum, President of Mexico**
**Host:** Thank you for joining us today, President Sheinbaum. We want to discuss the recent tragic incident involving Colombian migrants on November 2nd. Can you provide the latest updates on the investigation into this confrontation with the National Guard?
**President Sheinbaum:** Thank you for having me. Yes, the investigation into the deaths of the two Colombian migrants is actively ongoing. We are committed to uncovering the truth. As I mentioned in my recent press conference, there will be a comprehensive safety report released soon, which will give more details about what transpired that day. We aim to ensure transparency in this process.
**Host:** You mentioned a safety report. What kind of information can we expect from it, and when will it be released?
**President Sheinbaum:** The report will include a detailed analysis of the incident, including the events leading up to the confrontation and the actions taken by the National Guard. We anticipate it will be presented next Tuesday. I understand there is a lot of concern surrounding this issue, and we are making it a priority to provide clear answers.
**Host:** The attack has received condemnation from various human rights groups. What is your administration doing to address these concerns and ensure the protection of migrants?
**President Sheinbaum:** We take these concerns very seriously. Human rights are a fundamental aspect of our governance. In light of this incident, we are reviewing our protocols concerning the National Guard’s engagement with migrants to prevent such tragedies in the future. We have also reached out to various human rights organizations for their input and suggestions as we move forward.
**Host:** There were reports of injuries, including that of a minor. Can you speak to the measures your government is taking to support those affected by this incident?
**President Sheinbaum:** Absolutely. We are also looking into providing medical care and psychological support to those injured, especially minors. It’s crucial that we address the needs of all victims of this incident. The health and well-being of all individuals, regardless of their immigration status, is our responsibility.
**Host:** Thank you, President Sheinbaum, for sharing these updates. We look forward to the safety report and hope for a resolution to this tragic event.
**President Sheinbaum:** Thank you for having me. We will work diligently to ensure justice and support for those affected.