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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– What were the key details surrounding the armed attack on Diana Sanchez Barrios as discussed in the interview?
**Interview Transcript: Addressing the Recent Armed Attack on Diana Sanchez Barrios**
**Host:** Welcome, everyone, to today’s segment. We are discussing the alarming armed attack on Diana Sanchez Barrios, a prominent leader of merchants in Mexico City. Joining us is Carlos Jimenez, journalist and crime analyst, who has been closely following this story. Carlos, thank you for being here.
**Carlos Jimenez:** Thank you for having me.
**Host:** To start, could you provide us with details about the incident involving Diana Sanchez Barrios?
**Carlos Jimenez:** Certainly. The attack occurred recently in Mexico City and resulted in one fatality and two injuries. Diana Sanchez Barrios is well-known in the community, representing merchant interests. This incident has raised serious concerns about safety and the rising violence against public figures in Mexico.
**Host:** What has been the response from law enforcement regarding this attack?
**Carlos Jimenez:** Law enforcement has acted swiftly. Just this Tuesday, they arrested two men and a woman suspected of involvement. The arrested individuals include the alleged shooter and the motorcycle driver who facilitated their escape. They were tracked down using C-5 camera surveillance. There are ongoing efforts to locate two more suspects believed to be involved in the attack [[1](https://apnews.com/article/mexico-gunmen-bar-killed-injured-tabasco-cead0b97a539ea03b98685f2da2df369)].
**Host:** It’s encouraging to hear that arrests have been made. What can you tell us about the suspects and their motives?
**Carlos Jimenez:** The suspects were reportedly hiding in the State of Mexico after the attack. While specific motivations haven’t been fully disclosed, this reflects a wider trend of violence against leaders in commercial sectors. Many such attacks seem to be linked to disputes over control and influence within local markets, though investigations are ongoing to establish clearer motives.
**Host:** How does this incident compare to the recent spike in violence in other parts of Mexico?
**Carlos Jimenez:** Unfortunately, this is part of a troubling pattern. Just earlier this month, there was a separate attack in Querétaro where gunmen killed ten people in a bar, an area that had been relatively peaceful until now. Such violent events indicate that even regions previously thought to be safe are experiencing increasing lawlessness and brutality [[1](https://apnews.com/article/mexico-gunmen-bar-killed-injured-tabasco-cead0b97a539ea03b98685f2da2df369)].
**Host:** Thank you for that insight, Carlos. Given the current climate, what steps do you believe should be taken to protect leaders like Sanchez Barrios?
**Carlos Jimenez:** Enhanced security measures, including better surveillance and protection details for public figures, are essential. Additionally, authorities need to tackle the underlying issues driving violence, such as organized crime and corruption. Community engagement and support systems for leaders can also play a key role in ensuring their safety.
**Host:** Thank you, Carlos, for sharing your views and analysis on this concerning topic.
**Carlos Jimenez:** Thank you for having me. It’s crucial we stay informed and vigilant about these developments.
**Host:** And thank you to our audience for tuning in. Stay safe and informed.
