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Michoacán Highway Blockade Ends After Families of Missing Accuse Local Police

State authorities say traffic was restored with patrols continuing under a coordinated security deployment.

Overview

  • Relatives blocked the ApatzingánTepalcatepec highway near Buenavista around 10:00 a.m. by burning tires to press for the return of their loved ones.
  • Protesters displayed posters naming four missing people: José Arturo A., 24; Isaías P., 30; Cristofer Q., 16; and José Arturo H., 42.
  • Families publicly accused Tepalcatepec municipal police commander Juventino “Tilín” and other officers of involvement, which officials have not confirmed.
  • Guardia Civil officers engaged the demonstrators and reached an agreement that led to the clearing of the roadway.
  • Michoacán’s Public Security Secretariat later reported normal circulation, a controlled situation, and ongoing surveillance with the Army and National Guard.