Official Arrested After Over Two Tons of Marijuana Plants Found in Guanajuato

A significant marijuana cultivation operation was discovered in Romita, Guanajuato, Mexico, leading to the arrest of a high-ranking official from the local municipal government. The discovery was made in the community of Silva within the municipality.

On August 14, state authorities, including the State Attorney General's Office, seized more than 6,240 marijuana plants. The total weight of the seized plants exceeded two tons. Following the operation, it was reported that a woman holding a command position within the municipal administration was detained in connection with the findings.

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We have knowledge of the detention of a person who works in the public administration, within an operation.

The Romita Municipal Government issued a statement acknowledging the detention of an individual employed by the public administration. The statement emphasized that the investigation is being handled by the competent authorities and that the municipal government will not interfere. They pledged full cooperation and the provision of any legally required information.

The government reiterated its commitment to upholding the rule of law, due process, and the ongoing investigations. The case highlights a serious issue within the region, involving alleged criminal activity linked to a public official.

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It will not intervene in any way in the development of the investigations and will maintain full willingness to collaborate and provide the information that is legally required.