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Two Arrested in Chetumal Pet Crematorium Fraud After 150 Animal Bodies Found

Authorities say the Chetumal business posed public‑health risks by dumping pets’ remains in vacant lots.

Overview

  • Quintana Roo’s attorney general reported the arrests of Guillermo Alejandro “N” and Briseidy “N” for their probable involvement in fraud and crimes against the environment and fauna.
  • Inspectors secured multiple vacant lots in the Barrio Bravo area and located 150 pet carcasses in plastic bags near the alleged crematorium.
  • An inspection found the business had no municipal permits and that cremation ovens were never used despite charging about 1,500 to 2,500 pesos for services.
  • Prosecutors say 80 formal complaints have been filed so far, and they urged anyone who used the service to come forward with documentation.
  • Investigators are tracing payments reportedly funneled through bank accounts and a digital platform registered to named individuals as they expand financial and criminal probes.