Montevideo Authorities Intervene in Malvín Norte Amidst Social Issues and Security Concerns

Authorities in Montevideo have undertaken a joint intervention in the Malvín Norte neighborhood, specifically targeting the Boix y Merino area, to address complex social issues and enhance public services.

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This is not an isolated day; it is part of a process that began with residents' demands for greater institutional presence.

The operation, a collaboration between the Intendancy of Montevideo (IMM) and the Ministry of Interior, involved a population survey. This initiative aims to understand the circumstances of the residents, including those who have settled on municipal land. The goal is to foster stronger connections between public institutions and the community, ensuring better access to and improvement of public services.

Officials highlighted that this intervention is part of a larger, ongoing process initiated by resident complaints seeking greater institutional presence. Diego Olivera, the IMM's general secretary, noted the multifaceted nature of the neighborhood's challenges, emphasizing their social roots and expressing concern over the vulnerability of many minors in the area.

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What happens in the neighborhood has multiple facets, but it has social bases.

Víctor Abal, the Ministry of Interior's Director of Coexistence, stressed the importance of the survey in gathering residents' concerns and needs, stating, "It seems important to have a snapshot of the neighborhood's situation." Montevideo's Deputy Police Chief, Carlos Rodríguez, affirmed the police's continuous 24-hour presence in the neighborhoods, assuring residents that "the Police do not withdraw."

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It seems important to have a snapshot of the situation of the neighborhood.

In a separate but related effort to enhance safety, the National Police conducted an operation on Route 101 targeting clandestine street racing. Utilizing drones and patrol vehicles, authorities identified 14 individuals, seized six motorcycles and one van, and issued eight traffic violation fines. This operation aimed to curb road safety incidents in a critical zone, employing advanced technology for evidence collection.

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This work is key to addressing the neighborhoods in terms of security. The Police are present in the neighborhoods 24 hours a day. The Police do not withdraw.