Five kidnapped migrants rescued in Ciudad Juárez; one suspect arrested

Authorities in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, have rescued five migrants who were being held against their will. The operation, carried out by the State Public Security Secretariat (SSPE), took place on Friday in the Plutarco Elías Calles neighborhood.

The intervention was prompted by a citizen report alleging an illegal detention. State police officers responded to a residence where they heard cries for help emanating from inside. Upon entering the property, officers secured the area to protect the victims.

During the operation, an 18-year-old suspect, identified as Kevin Rubén M. M., was apprehended. He was found in possession of a handgun. A search of the premises also led to the discovery and seizure of another handgun and a long firearm.

The arrested individual and the confiscated weapons have been handed over to the Public Ministry for further investigation into the incident. This rescue comes amid ongoing concerns about migrant safety in the region.