Overview
- Ricardo Trevilla stated that Carlos Manzo did not accept direct protection from the Guardia Nacional and argued his security would have been stronger had he done so.
- Sedena plans increased outreach to persuade local officials to accept federal protection protocols.
- Authorities reported 70 Guardia Nacional escort teams, about 450 personnel, currently assigned to officials assessed as at risk through a formal review process.
- The Michoacán state prosecutor’s office leads the investigation; Manzo’s escorts have given initial statements, one acknowledged firing at the attacker, and they remain free but locatable for further questioning.
- Forensic analyses continue to determine which weapon caused the deaths, and media have cited unconfirmed reports that the assailant was alive when detained and later killed.