120 Detained in Mexico-England Soccer Match Security Operation

Mexican authorities reported the detention of 120 individuals during a large-scale security operation surrounding the Mexico-England soccer match. The Secretariat of Citizen Security (SSC) stated that 114 people were cited for administrative infractions, while six were transferred to the Public Ministry for more serious offenses.

Among the six referred to the prosecutor's office were two individuals accused of fraud, three for cell phone theft, and one for assaulting police officers. The extensive security deployment included more than 17,000 SSC elements who monitored key locations such as the Mexico City Stadium, the FIFA Fan Fest in the Zócalo, and Paseo de la Reforma.

In addition to the arrests, the operation led to the confiscation of 46,370 cans of beer, 4,672 glass bottles, 7,725 cans of foam, and 3,430 flag poles. The SSC also provided 123 pre-hospital services, with 16 individuals requiring hospitalization, primarily due to alcohol intoxication, medical conditions, or minor injuries. Sixteen people were also removed from the stadium for disturbing public order.