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Mexico City Gen Z Protest Fallout: 18 Held, Police Probes, Nov. 20 Parade Stays on Schedule

The government advances prosecutions alongside internal police reviews, with the Revolution Day parade confirmed.

Overview

  • Prosecutors said 29 were detained in flagrante and 18 adults were formally held, with an adolescent routed to juvenile authorities, on counts that include attempted homicide, robbery and assault.
  • The city’s police chief reported 18 internal investigations into possible excessive force, with seven officers suspended pending inquiries.
  • Officials said 60 officers were treated on site and 40 were hospitalized after the clashes, with 11 still under care; 20 civilians received on‑site aid.
  • President Claudia Sheinbaum rejected claims of repression and distanced Morena from violent groups, while ruling‑coalition leaders denied any coup intent in the protests but acknowledged youth grievances.
  • Legal groups and opposition parties offered free defense to detainees, the city government vowed no fabricated charges, and organizers have called a new march set to coincide with Thursday’s parade.