One million dollars detained in Culiacán
Omar García Harfuch, the Secretary of Security, announced today the capture of Samuel Ramírez Jr. He is not just any detainee. He is one of the most wanted fugitives by the FBI in Washington. And it was worth its weight in gold: a million dollars reward.
The operation took place in Culiacán, Sinaloa. According to the official version, it was the result of “research work” and “international cooperation mechanisms.” Harfuch presented it as a triumph for the Security Cabinet and the National Migration Institute.
“…they detained the subject for whom a reward of one million dollars was offered for information leading to his capture.”
But of course, when there is a headline to distribute, everyone wants their piece. In the statement almost all the acronyms of power parade: National Defense, Navy, Attorney General’s Office, National Guard and the SSPC itself. An impressive joint effort. Or a very convenient list to distribute merits.
One wonders: do you really need the Army, the Navy, the Prosecutor’s Office and the National Guard to catch a single man? Either it is a show of unnecessary force, or the operation was much more complex than they say.
What is clear is the timing. A strong announcement on Thursday. Perfect for dominating the weekend news cycle. And to remind us how efficient institutions can be… when there is a fugitive with a gringo price involved.
The official photo shows Ramírez Jr. already in custody. The case now moves to the labyrinth of extradition. We will see how long it takes to cross the northern border and what that process reveals about the true scope of this “international cooperation.”
