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**
*Interviewer*: Thank you for joining us today, President Sheinbaum. Recently, there was a tragic incident involving Colombian migrants at the northern border. Can you give us an update on the investigation?
*Claudia Sheinbaum*: Thank you for having me. Yes, the situation is indeed concerning. We are actively investigating the events that occurred on November 2, where two Colombian migrants lost their lives during a confrontation with the National Guard in Tecate, Baja California.
*Interviewer*: What specifics do you expect to uncover in this investigation?
*Claudia Sheinbaum*: While I cannot disclose all the details at this time, I assure you that we are committed to a thorough examination of the circumstances surrounding this incident. We are also preparing a safety report, which will provide more clarity by next Tuesday.
*Interviewer*: There has been a strong response from human rights advocates regarding this incident. How does your administration plan to address their concerns?
*Claudia Sheinbaum*: We take these concerns very seriously. We will engage with human rights defenders and organizations to ensure transparency in the investigation. Our priority is to ensure justice and to hold accountable anyone responsible for this tragedy.
*Interviewer*: Can you comment on the broader implications of this incident for migrant safety at the border?
*Claudia Sheinbaum*: It highlights the urgent need for comprehensive policy reform regarding migration and the protection of migrants. We need to create safer pathways for those seeking a better life and ensure that their rights are upheld throughout their journey.
*Interviewer*: Thank you, President Sheinbaum. We appreciate your time and look forward to further updates on this critical matter.
*Claudia Sheinbaum*: Thank you, and I will keep the public informed as our investigation progresses.