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Mexico City Police Impound Hundreds of Motorcycles in ‘Rodada del Terror’ Crackdown

Officials cite risky maneuvers and helmet violations as key reasons for the impounds.

Overview

  • SSC reported 511 motorcycles sent to vehicle deposits on Friday night, with 485 linked to dangerous acrobatics and other high‑risk conduct.
  • On Saturday, the SSC said 405 motorcycles and a razer‑type vehicle were remitted during continued traffic and security operations across multiple alcaldías.
  • Police contained scuffles at Congreso de la Unión and Fray Servando Teresa de Mier, detained one rider for assaulting an officer, and transported the injured officer to a hospital.
  • The agency flagged eight rider meet‑ups for Sunday and maintained C2/C5 monitoring, traffic controls, and patrols to prevent accidents and disruptions.
  • Aggregate counts remain inconsistent, as outlets cite differing totals, including 916 impounds for Oct. 31–Nov. 1 and a separate report of 1,050 across Oct. 31–Nov. 2.