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Mexico City Police Arrest Suspected Extortionist in Azcapotzalco Raid

Investigators are reviewing seized evidence to determine ties to recent extortion cases in western Mexico City.

Overview

  • SSC chief Pablo Vázquez Camacho confirmed the detention after a court-ordered search at Andador Amapilca in Santiago Ahuizotla with participation from city prosecutors and federal forces.
  • The suspect, identified as Simón Giovanni “N”, 33, was informed of his rights and placed at the Ministerio Público, where his legal status will be defined.
  • Authorities secured two bags of suspected marijuana, a cellphone, and a notebook containing notes that could be related to extortion activity.
  • The property was sealed and left under police guard as investigators probe potential additional participants and links to other recent incidents.
  • Media report he is known as “El Basi” and possibly tied to a group called Los Malportados, a connection still under review, and records show two 2012 prison entries for robbery.