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Iztacalco Installs First Women-Led Policía Violeta Unit to Combat Gender Violence

The specialized team, active since March, now debuts publicly with a rapid-response model linked to local and city emergency systems.

Overview

  • More than 10 Auxiliary Police officers, all women, staff the unit with three patrols assigned to Tlacotal, Iztaccíhuatl and Pantitlán.
  • Authorities report 33 direct supports since launch, mainly for family violence, harassment, stalking and physical assaults.
  • Coordination with Base Plata via 911 and *765 and with the Mexico City Secretariat of Citizen Security enables immediate intervention.
  • Officers receive training in gender perspective, victim care, human rights and standardized response protocols.
  • Community outreach includes talks, informational materials and the violentómetro to raise awareness and encourage reporting.