Overview
- On August 15, a new riot broke out inside Centro Penitenciario Aguaruto in Culiacán, prompting activation of established security protocols.
- Authorities from federal, state and municipal levels report the disturbance has been completely controlled with no details on injuries released.
- Media accounts noted gunshots during the clash, but officials have not confirmed casualty figures or weapon discharges.
- This is the facility’s third major riot in three months, following a May fight that uncovered a narco tunnel, firearms and a Starlink modem and a late June clash that left one inmate dead.
- Human-rights groups and civil organizations are pressing for deeper reforms to address overcrowding, understaffing and persistent contraband smuggling.