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Plan Michoacán Nets 9 New Arrests as Government Reports 287 Detained to Date

Launched after the Uruapan mayor’s killing, the federal‑state push aims to secure farm regions.

Overview

  • Mexico’s Security Cabinet reported nine people detained in coordinated actions across Michoacán, with 10 firearms, 459 cartridges, 18 magazines and three vehicles seized.
  • In a separate patrol in Buenavista’s Cinco de Mayo locality, Army and state police detained six people and seized eight long guns, tactical gear and a camp.
  • From November 10 to December 30, authorities count 287 detainees, 150 firearms, 11,663 cartridges, 616 magazines, 241 vehicles, 190 explosive devices and 53 kilograms of explosive material.
  • Operations include foot reconnaissance in avocado and lemon orchards and visits to packing facilities across municipalities such as Uruapan, Zitácuaro and Lázaro Cárdenas to protect workers and producers.
  • Officials say detainees and seized evidence were turned over to competent prosecutors, with investigations ongoing under interagency coordination and stated human‑rights safeguards.