Chiapas Police Accused of Beating Fans During Teenager's Detention

Municipal police officers in Villaflores, Chiapas, Mexico, are accused of beating fans who were attempting to secure the release of a teenager detained for allegedly disturbing public order and verbally assaulting officers. The incident unfolded on the night of Sunday, July 5th, when relatives of the detained minor arrived at the police station.

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We ask that they do not hit us.

According to reports, about half a dozen officers used metal batons to subdue the relatives who were pleading for the teenager's release. Social media reports suggest some fans sustained serious injuries, including broken bones and severe bruising, though the exact health status of those affected remains unknown.

Mayor Valeria Rosales of the Movimiento Regeneración Nacional (Morena) party confirmed that a minor was detained for disturbing public order and verbally assaulting police officers near the Monumento al Hombre del Maíz. She stated that the municipal government will review the conduct of the officers involved in the subsequent confrontation.

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The town council will review the actions of the officers involved according to established protocols and reiterates its commitment to respect for human rights, legality, and the maintenance of public order.

Rosales assured that the town council would examine the actions of the officers according to established protocols. She reiterated the government's commitment to respecting human rights, legality, and maintaining public order. The mayor urged the public, including the teenager's family, to allow for an objective investigation and to avoid spreading misinformation.

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Allow the events to be clarified objectively and avoid the dissemination of information that may generate disinformation.