Authorities seize 18 packages of drugs at the La Paz Airport

Authorities reinforce controls on commercial flights with a key finding that prevents the circulation of illegal substances.

Publicado 10 junio, 2025 el 10 de junio a las 23:18 | 2 mins reading |2,800 vistas | por Sofía Ramírez

A Crushing Blow to Drug Trafficking in Baja California Sur

Good news in the fight for security! This Sunday, the authorities took a firm step against the trafficking of illicit substances by seizing 18 packages of drugs at the La Paz International Airport. This operation demonstrates that collaboration between institutions does generate tangible results to protect our society.

Technology and Teamwork: Keys to Success

During a routine inspection on two commercial flights from Mexico City, X-ray equipment detected anomalies in several packages. The precision of these devices and the expertise of the officers were able to identify 11 boxes and 7 plastic bags with hidden narcotics! This finding not only prevents these substances from reaching the streets, but also reinforces the importance of investing in technology for public safety.

The Secondary Screening Module of the airport was the scene of this triumph, part of a comprehensive strategy to stop the distribution of drugs. Here, coordination between the Public Security Secretariat, the Attorney General of the Republic (FGR), the National Guard and the State Preventive Police was essential. An example that, when we work together, challenges become opportunities to grow!

Reflection: Every Action Counts

This case reminds us that perseverance and attention to detail make a difference. The seized substances are already under analysis to determine their type and origin, which will allow the investigations to advance. But beyond the numbers, we celebrate the message it sends to those who try to break the law: there is no room for impunity.

And you? From your trench, you can also be part of the change. Share this news to inspire others and make visible the work of those who protect our daily lives. Together, we will continue to build a safer and more hopeful future!

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Sterile fly plant inaugurated in Chiapas; key binational cooperation

New binational plant will produce 100 million sterile insects per week to protect livestock.

Publicado 2 hours ago el 27 de junio a las 16:09 | 2 mins reading

Strategic plant against livestock pest

President Claudia Sheinbaum inaugurated the Production Plant for Sterile Livestock Screwworm Flies (GBG) in Metapa de Domínguez, Chiapas. The project is binational between Mexico and the United States.

The facility will produce 100 million sterile insects each week. The objective: control the pest and strengthen animal health in both countries.

Sheinbaum highlighted that international cooperation generates results in the face of phytosanitary challenges that do not recognize borders. He thanked President Donald Trump and the US authorities for their financial and technical contribution.

Investment and results

The US ambassador to Mexico, Ronald D. Johnson, announced an additional investment of 83.8 million dollars. The resources will be used to intensify the fight against the pest, increase the production of sterile flies and strengthen preventive strategies.

The US Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke L. Rollins, described the achievement as an example of the success of coordinated work.

For her part, the Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development, Columba Jazmín López Gutiérrez, explained that the plant was built in 12 months. As part of the containment actions, 5.3 million heads of cattle have been inspected, more than 84 thousand commercial shipments have been verified and 7 billion sterile flies have been released with the support of specialists.

The bilateral relationship, Sheinbaum stressed, must continue on mutual respect, constant dialogue and sovereignty.

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Former Pemex director investigated for alleged assault on his wife

The Morelos Prosecutor's Office is investigating Víctor Rodríguez Padilla for alleged assault on his wife.

Publicado 3 hours ago el 27 de junio a las 15:05 | 2 mins reading

Investigation in progress

The Attorney General’s Office of the State of Morelos initiated an investigation file against Víctor Rodríguez Padilla, former director of Petróleos Mexicanos, after the dissemination of a video in which he is seen allegedly attacking his wife, María Felicia Jiménez. The recording, which circulates on social networks, shows Rodríguez Padilla repeatedly hitting the victim inside a home in the municipality of Emiliano Zapata, adjacent to Cuernavaca. According to the metadata of the video, the attack occurred on March 15.

The state agency reported that since Friday it has been exchanging information with the Women’s Secretariat of the Government of Mexico to guarantee the protection of the victim.

“The Attorney General’s Office of the State of Morelos initiated an investigation folder for the probable criminal acts derived from the dissemination of a public complaint through a video, where an act of violence against a woman is seen,” cited the FGE.

Protection actions

The Morelos Prosecutor’s Office specified that the investigation was opened in full respect for the rights of women, girls, boys and adolescents. The statement indicates that the events probably occurred on March 15 inside a home in Emiliano Zapata, with the alleged participation of a former federal official.

The institution assumed the commitment to exhaust all measures to determine responsibilities and guarantee a life free of violence for the victim. So far, no precautionary measures have been reported against Rodríguez Padilla, and the investigation is still ongoing.

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Sheinbaum supervises progress of IMSS-Wellbeing with governors

Sheinbaum leads meeting with 23 governors to evaluate progress in the health system.

Publicado 8 hours ago el 27 de junio a las 09:22 | 2 mins reading

Advances in public health

At the National Palace, President Claudia Sheinbaum led a follow-up meeting on the IMSS-Wellbeing model. Governors of the 23 entities integrated into the program participated.

“The objective is to guarantee quality, universal and free medical care for the people of Mexico.”

The federal cabinet was attended by Rosa Icela Rodríguez (Government), David Kershenobich (Health), Luisa María Alcalde (Legal Department), Eduardo Clark (Undersecretariat of Health), and the directors of IMSS-Bienestar (Alejandro Svarch), IMSS (Zoé Robledo) and Issste (Martí Batres).

The state leaders present were: Marina del Pilar Ávila (Baja California), Víctor Castro (Baja California Sur), Layda Sansores (Campeche), Eduardo Ramírez (Chiapas), Clara Brugada (CDMX), Indira Vizcaíno (Colima), Delfina Gómez (State of Mexico), Evelyn Salgado (Guerrero), Julio Menchaca (Hidalgo), Alfredo Ramírez (Michoacán), Margarita González (Morelos), Miguel Navarro (Nayarit), Salomón Jara (Oaxaca), Alejandro Armenta (Puebla), Mara Lezama (Quintana Roo), Ricardo Gallardo (San Luis Potosí), Yeraldine Bonilla (Sinaloa), Alfonso Durazo (Sonora), Javier May (Tabasco), Américo Villarreal (Tamaulipas), Lorena Cuéllar (Tlaxcala), Rocío Nahle (Veracruz), Joaquín Díaz (Yucatán) and David Monreal (Zacatecas).

The meeting is part of the periodic supervision to consolidate free coverage of health services in the country.