Senator Raúl Morón denies link to homicide during appearance before Michoacán prosecutor

Senator Raúl Morón Orozco appeared before the Specialized Prosecutor's Office for Homicidal Offenses in Michoacán on Tuesday as part of the investigation into the murder of Mayor Carlos Manzo Rodríguez. Morón, who faces a criminal complaint filed by Uruapan Mayor Grecia Quiroz García, used his appearance to campaign for the upcoming 2027 elections.

Speaking to the media, Morón asserted his innocence, claiming the accusations of his involvement as an intellectual author in Manzo Rodríguez's assassination are solely intended to "tarnish his honor" and are politically motivated. He was met with cheers from a group of his supporters during his appearance.

Grecia Quiroz García, the widow of Mayor Manzo and the current municipal president of Uruapan, addressed the senator via social media. She expressed her belief that justice will prevail, stating, "Justice will arrive." Quiroz García also criticized those she considers "traitors to the people of Michoacán."

She added, "It would be good if the case of Carlos Manzo were closed by his appearing before the Prosecutor's Office and it were known who ordered his murder." The investigation into the homicide continues, with Morón maintaining his denial of any wrongdoing.