MEXICO CITY.- This Tuesday the arrest of two men and a woman for his alleged participation in the armed attack against Diana Sanchez Barriosleader of merchants in the Mexico City.
It is about the alleged shooter against the leader, the driver of the motorcycle who allowed the escape, and a woman, whom they located for a C-5 camera tracking. Now they are looking for two more who also participated in the attack that left one person dead and two injured.
The reporter Carlos Jimenez He detailed that the alleged participants in the armed aggression were hiding in the State of Mexico. Therefore, a coordinated operation was carried out between capital and Mexican authorities.
3 FALL FOR THE ATTEMPTED MURDER OF DIANA SÁNCHEZ BARRIOS
The special teams of @SSC_CDMX They located the criminals’ refuge.
They carried out various actions and thus arrested 3 subjects who participated in the shooting attack.
They handed them over to @FiscaliaCDMX pic.twitter.com/PjGKZvokGQ— Carlos Jiménez (@c4jimenez) November 5, 2024
On October 17, Diana Sánchez Barrios was attacked in the streets of the Historic Center from Mexico City, while he was with a group of people.
A video of the events shows the moment when a subject opens fire on the leader of merchants, who was injured and was transferred to Siglo XXI Hospital.
Diana Sánchez Barrios is a visible figure in defending the rights of street vendors in the capital. It has been seen embroiled in controversies throughout his career for also being a trans activist.
Read: Attack against activist Diana Sánchez Barrios in the center of CDMX
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**Interview with Carlos Jimenez, Crime Reporter**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Carlos. We’ve just seen a significant development regarding the armed attack on Diana Sanchez Barrios in Mexico City. Could you give us a brief overview of what happened?
**Carlos Jimenez:** Absolutely. This Tuesday, authorities arrested two men and one woman in connection with the armed attack against Diana Sanchez Barrios, who is a prominent leader among merchants in Mexico City. The incident occurred recently, leaving one person dead and two others injured. The arrested individuals are believed to have been directly involved: one is the alleged shooter, another was the motorcycle driver who aided in their escape, and the woman was tracked down through C-5 surveillance camera footage.
**Editor:** That’s quite alarming. What else do we know about the circumstances of the attack?
**Carlos Jimenez:** The attack appears to be part of ongoing violence related to organized crime. It’s still early in the investigation, but this incident sheds light on the escalating tensions in the region. Authorities are currently on the lookout for two additional suspects who were also implicated in the attack and are believed to be hiding in the State of Mexico.
**Editor:** Can you tell us more about the impact of this violence on the local community and businesses?
**Carlos Jimenez:** Yes, the repercussions are severe. Such violent incidents create an atmosphere of fear among local merchants and residents. Diana Sanchez Barrios herself plays a crucial role in advocating for merchants’ rights and their safety. When leaders like her are targeted, it undermines the community’s sense of security and can deter people from participating in local commerce.
**Editor:** Given the gravity of these events, what measures are authorities taking to ensure the safety of public figures like Diana Sanchez Barrios?
**Carlos Jimenez:** Authorities are enhancing security measures and conducting targeted operations to apprehend the remaining suspects. They are also likely to provide additional protection for Sanchez Barrios and other leaders in the area to prevent further attacks. The situation highlights the need for comprehensive strategies to combat organized crime and protect community figures.
**Editor:** Thank you for your insights, Carlos. It’s crucial to keep the public informed about these developments. We hope for a swift resolution to this case and safety for everyone involved.
**Carlos Jimenez:** Thank you for having me. It’s important to stay vigilant and support local leaders in addressing these challenges.