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More than 20 businesses in Irapuato suffered extortion attacks... but only half reported

Irapuato, Guanajuato.- In recent days, 24 formal businesses were attacked with firearms for extortion in Irapuato, but only half of the affected owners filed a complaint with the Attorney General’s Office of State Justice. Federal, state and local corporations joined forces to combat the problem and strengthen operations in the commercial areas of the city. With the help of technology, investigations continue to establish the modus operandi and …
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Irapuato, Gto. Organized groups of extortionists went from threats to armed attacks on businesses of various twists; violence escalated in the last week in Irapuato, where they shot at 24 establishments, and in San Francisco del Rincón with acts of intimidation of traders and service providers. The demands of land collection are exercised through writings in which they frighten the owners of family businesses and small shops. Among the aggrieved…

In recent days, the municipality of Irapuato has been the scene of a series of attacks on commercial establishments, which were linked to extortions. Faced with this scenario, the local authorities have launched a prevention campaign to stop extortion and protect citizens. Mayor Lorena Alfaro and the Secretary of Citizen Security, Ricardo Benavides, led a press conference where they shared the measures taken to combat this crime and provide supp…

Irapuato, Guanajuato.- In recent days, 24 formal businesses were attacked with firearms for extortion in Irapuato, but only half of the affected owners filed a complaint with the Attorney General’s Office of State Justice. Federal, state and local corporations joined forces to combat the problem and strengthen operations in the commercial areas of the city. With the help of technology, investigations continue to establish the modus operandi and …

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Periódico Correo broke the news on Monday, January 13, 2025.
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