A video circulating on social media shows municipal officers demanding $200 from a man traveling from Texas to Torreón.
Sacramento, Baja California — The Baja California State Attorney General’s Office has launched an administrative and investigative procedure following a citizen complaint regarding an alleged extortion case involving municipal officers and a U.S. citizen.
Attorney General Federico Fernández Montañez confirmed that the incident report and identification of the officers involved in the incident have been requested. The investigation stems from a video circulating on social media, which documents a patrol car stopping a vehicle.
The Reported Incident
According to the victim, who identified himself as a resident of Corpus Christi, Texas, the incident occurred while he was traveling to Torreón. He stated that the officers demanded $200 to allow him to continue his journey through the state.
Legal Actions in Progress:
File Opening: The Prosecutor’s Office initiated an internal investigation of the unit involved.
Information Request: The corresponding agency was asked to provide the roster of officers on duty at the time the complaint was filed.
Determination of Sanctions: State authorities indicated that, if the crime is confirmed, proceedings will be initiated in accordance with the penal code.
Institutional Response:
Fernández Montañez stated that the evidence, including the audiovisual material provided by citizens, is being analyzed to clarify the incident. He emphasized that such conduct will not be tolerated and that the law will be strictly applied if the responsibility of the public officials is proven.
For the time being, the Prosecutor’s Office is maintaining an open investigation and it is expected that the legal status of those involved in this allegation of abuse of authority will be determined in the coming days.
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Source: enportada
