Baja California Sur Congress Condemns Assault on Deputy Omar Torres; Legislator Files Criminal Complaint

The Congress of Baja California Sur has publicly condemned an assault on local deputy Omar Torres Orozco, emphasizing the need to reject all forms of political violence and prioritize dialogue. In a statement, the legislative body expressed solidarity with Torres Orozco, who has filed a criminal complaint regarding the incident.

The statement, signed by the President of the Board of Directors and the President of the Government and Political Coordination Board, urged political parties, civil organizations, and the public to maintain a respectful climate during political and electoral processes. It warned that violence in any form undermines democratic coexistence and violates principles of legality, tolerance, and civility.

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We strongly reject the violent acts committed against our fellow deputy Omar Torres Orozco, to whom we express our solidarity and support.

The Congress asserted that no political or ideological differences justify violence, threats, or intimidation against public officials or participants in democratic debate. The incident reportedly occurred during a meeting of the Labor Party (PT) in Los Cabos. Initial unofficial reports suggested a physical altercation between Torres Orozco and the coordinator of Zofemat Los Cabos, Rafael Álvarez Munguía. Both the state PT leadership and the Congress have confirmed the assault and the deputy's criminal complaint. Álvarez Munguía has since been removed from his position.

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Violence, in any of its manifestations, deteriorates democratic coexistence and violates the principles of legality, tolerance, and civility.