Moments of tension and panic A woman lived when she was trying to cross a street in the Aguas Vivas neighborhood, zone 3 of Escuintlaand was surprised by two men who were moving in a red motorcycle. In a matter of seconds, one of the occupants got out of the vehicle – which was still moving -, intimidated her and snatched her cellular phone before escaping with his companion.
The video surveillance cameras They captured the entire sequence of the assault. The images show that the victim was waiting for the moment to cross the street while talking on the phone, when the motorcycle approached, briefly stopped and one of the suspects got off to strip her of her belongings. According to the information shared, the assailant used a firearm to intimidate her and, after committing the robbery, both fled in an unknown direction.
Neighbors of the sector asked the authorities to increase the police presence and carry out actions that allow those responsible to be identified and captured.
During the program Direct Impactfrom Guatevisiónit was analyzed how this type of assault reflects the evolution of criminal modalities. In addition, the need to strengthen security, reinforce the police presence and promote community organization to prevent these events was addressed.
“The strategies of the assailants change every time”
During the program, it was highlighted that This type of events reflects the evolution of the modalities used by criminals. One of the most compelling analyzes was that “the strategies of the assailants change every time”since they now act even when victims or vehicles are moving.
Likewise, during the program it was stated that “The creativity and ingenuity of the assailants is fueled by two things: impunity and insecurity”considering that the lack of a strengthened security system and the weaknesses in the application of sanctions favor the recidivism of those who commit these crimes.
It was also noted that the theft of a cell phone represents an impact that goes beyond the economic value of the device, because people store personal, work and contact informationwhich increases the impact for victims.
Neighborhood organization and strengthening of security
During Direct Impact It was also suggested that, in addition to the increase in police presence, the community organization It can become a tool to prevent this type of events.
In this context, it was highlighted that “Everyone knows where the red zones are”, Therefore, it was considered necessary to reinforce surveillance in the sectors with the highest crime incidence and maintain permanent coordination between neighbors and authorities.
The analysts also mentioned that “There has to be a joint organization between the police station of that sector and the neighbors”through periodic meetings, communication groups and alert mechanisms that allow us to react more quickly to criminal acts.
Another aspect addressed was the legal framework related to the cell phone theft. During the program it was explained that this crime has specific regulation and it was indicated that alternative measures during the criminal process can make it easier for some perpetrators to reoffend. In this context, it was considered that the sanctions should be reviewed to strengthen the fight against this type of crimes.
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