Suspect arrested in murder of Mexico City officials' collaborators

Authorities in Mexico City have arrested a suspect, identified as Jovany "N", also known as “La Muñeca,” in connection with the murder of Ximena Guzmán and José Muñoz. The victims were collaborators of Mexico City's head of government, Clara Brugada. The arrest is considered a significant step forward in the investigation.

According to the Secretary of Citizen Security, Pablo Vázquez Camacho, the suspect is believed to be a member of a criminal cell involved in drug dealing and extortion. He allegedly played a role in coordinating the attack that led to the deaths of Guzmán and Muñoz on May 20, 2025.

"This is an arrest that will allow us to advance the investigation; it is a relevant arrest, he was one of the main objectives we had in this stage of the investigation," Camacho stated. He added that further lines of investigation will be pursued following the suspect's detention.

A special working group, comprising federal and Mexico City authorities, has been established to investigate the case. Head of Government Clara Brugada affirmed that the investigation is ongoing and pledged that justice will be served, stating, "We will not rest until justice is done."