Antonio Molina, ex-collaborator of García Luna, ordered into pretrial detention on organized crime and embezzlement charges

Antonio Molina, who previously worked with former Mexican Security Minister Genaro García Luna, has been ordered into pretrial detention. A judge ruled that Molina will remain in custody as investigations continue into charges of organized crime and embezzlement.

The decision comes as part of a broader legal scrutiny involving figures connected to García Luna, who himself faces charges in the United States related to alleged ties with drug cartels. Molina's alleged involvement in illicit activities and misuse of public funds marks another significant development in the ongoing crackdown on corruption.

Prosecutors presented evidence linking Molina to criminal organizations and the misappropriation of state resources. The court's decision to impose preventive detention aims to ensure Molina's availability for trial and prevent any potential interference with the investigation. The case underscores the continued efforts by Mexican authorities to address high-level corruption.