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Grupo Tomza Faces 160 Million-Peso ASEA Fines in Iztapalapa Gas Blast Case

Federal decisions on corporate accountability now hinge on the city prosecutor’s forthcoming findings.

Overview

  • ASEA says it has 32 administrative proceedings open against the company, with two already carrying proposed sanctions totaling just over 160 million pesos now pending federal judicial review.
  • The Mexico City prosecutor’s office has consolidated the matter into a single investigation and received 75 formal complaints, with first-stage results expected next week.
  • President Claudia Sheinbaum said the federal government will wait for the prosecutor’s definitive ruling before determining potential sanctions or liability for the company.
  • Prosecutor Bertha Alcalde said 74 families have accepted free legal representation from the FGJ, warning that some private attorneys may seek a share of any reparations.
  • Authorities report 31 deaths and dozens injured from the Sept. 10 explosion, and ASEA has begun additional procedures that could result in partial or total closures of installations.