Emilio Lozoya’s sister arrested for money laundering

Sister of Emilio Lozoya arrested for alleged money laundering.

Detention at the AICM

The Attorney General’s Office (FGR) executed an arrest warrant against Gilda Susana Lozoya Austin, sister of the former director of Pemex, Emilio Lozoya. The arrest occurred near the Mexico City International Airport, in a joint operation by the Criminal Investigation Agency, the Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection and the Secretariat of the Navy.

The accusation links her to the Agronitrogenados case. According to the FGR, he participated in operations with resources of illicit origin by benefiting from a company to which his brother transferred rights.

RelatedFederal court denies protection to Emilio Lozoya in the Agronitrogenados case

Millionaire transfers

The investigations indicate that Gilda Susana was a beneficiary of the firm “Tochos Holding Limited.” Between June and November 2012, he received five bank transfers for millions of dollars, coming from a company owned by Alonso Ancira Elizondo, owner of Altos Hornos de México. He then transferred a smaller amount to another person.

The detainee was placed at the disposal of a federal judge, who will define her legal situation. The FGR continues the investigations into the Agronitrogenados case, one of the largest corruption scandals linked to Pemex.

Sheinbaum: who is lying about the ‘El Mayo’ case?

Sheinbaum questions contradictions from former ambassador regarding Zambada's transfer to the US.

Doubt about Ken Salazar’s version

President Claudia Sheinbaum questioned the contradictions of former United States ambassador, Ken Salazar, regarding the transfer of Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada to United States territory. “You cannot say one thing one day and then another when it has to do with interference in Mexico; that’s why we say: who is lying?” he said.

Sheinbaum recalled that Salazar initially stated that no US agency participated in the operation. However, recently the FBI displayed one of the small planes involved, taking credit for the action.

Security in Sinaloa: results without agreements

The president stressed that her government does not negotiate with criminal groups. “We do not make pacts with criminals, ever. We act every day, neither with organized nor white-collar criminals,” he stated.

As an example, he explained that in Sinaloa 2,540 people have been arrested for high-impact crimes and intentional homicides decreased 44 percent.

“Who agrees with members of organized crime? Because we don’t,” he emphasized. He summoned the Secretary of Security to support the actions of the Security Cabinet since the previous six-year term and to date.

The president linked the handling of the Zambada case to the need for clarity in the bilateral relationship. “It is very important that you cannot say one thing one day and then another when it has to do with interference in Mexico,” he concluded.

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Víctor Rodríguez, former director of Pemex, arrested for family violence

Former director of Pemex arrested in CDMX for family violence; Morelos prosecutor's office executes arrest warrant.

The Attorney General’s Office of Morelos completed an arrest warrant against Víctor Rodríguez Padilla, former director of Petróleos Mexicanos (Pemex), for the crime of family violence. The arrest was made at 5:32 p.m. on Tuesday at the Benito Juárez mayor’s office, in the Narvarte neighborhood, in front of a cafe.

Elements of the Ministerial Investigation Police of Mexico City collaborated with Morelos authorities in the operation. According to the National Detention Registry, Rodríguez Padilla is 1.78 meters tall, has a white complexion and white hair; He was wearing a white shirt and dress pants.

The case that led to the arrest

The arrest responds to a complaint filed by María Felicia Jiménez Lavie, wife of the former official. At the end of June, she spread videos on social networks showing the former director attacking her at her home in Emiliano Zapata, Morelos. After the images went viral, President Claudia Sheinbaum declared that she would not protect anyone and asked to apply the full weight of the law.

Jiménez Lavie formally presented the complaint on June 29 before the Prosecutor’s Office for Investigation of Crimes of Family Violence of Mexico City. She explained that she was treated “like another citizen.” The victim accused physical and psychological attacks during their marriage.

Protection measures and advancement of research

The attorney general of Morelos, Fernando Blumenkron Escobar, reported that the specialized Public Ministry of the Justice Center for Women issued protection measures in favor of Jiménez Lavie. These will be activated when the victim requires it. The Women’s Secretariat of the federal government is following up on the case.

Blumenkron confirmed that the investigation folder began ex officio on June 26. “The investigation file continues to be integrated. The proceedings have not stopped and we will continue to guarantee justice for the victim,” he stressed. The Morelos Prosecutor’s Office collaborates with the Women’s Secretariat and the capital’s Prosecutor’s Office.

Among the pending procedures is to locate the address where the attack occurred, to carry out expert work in accordance with the images released. Rodríguez Padilla will be transferred to Morelos for medical certification and presentation before the judge who issued the arrest warrant.

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Toyota relocates Tacoma production but invests $500 million in Mexico

Toyota will move production from Tacoma to Texas, but maintains record investment in Guanajuato.

Gradual relocation

Toyota reported that it will move part of the production of the Tacoma truck from its plant in Tijuana, Baja California, to its industrial complex in San Antonio, Texas. The move will be gradual over the next four years.

The company indicated that the decision responds to a constant review of its operations to maintain competitiveness and meet regional demand. He assured that he will continue his activities in Mexico and maintains his long-term commitment to the country.

Investment in Guanajuato

The Ministry of Economy indicated that Toyota will retain its plant in Guanajuato, where it plans to generate around 2,800 direct jobs. Additionally, a new investment of more than $500 million will be announced in the coming days.

The federal agency stated that the investment was confirmed after efforts by the government of President Claudia Sheinbaum. The announcement is part of the efforts to maintain the presence of international shipowners and strengthen the national industry.

Toyota highlighted that Mexico continues to be strategic for its regional growth, due to the generation of jobs and the automotive supply chain.

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