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Two Sentenced to 47 Years for Murder of Former PAN Deputy in State of Mexico
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Two Sentenced to 47 Years for Murder of Former PAN Deputy in State of Mexico

From El Universal · (3h ago) Spanish Critical tone

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • A judge sentenced two men to 47 years and 6 months in prison for their involvement in the January 2025 murder of former PAN local deputy Francisco Rojas.
  • The murder occurred in the offices of the State of Mexico's Institute of Registration Function (IFREM) and was allegedly planned by another individual.
  • Authorities identified and apprehended the suspects through surveillance footage and vehicle tracking, with one suspect still facing charges for this homicide.

In the State of Mexico, justice has been served in the tragic case of former local deputy Francisco Rojas. A judge has handed down a significant sentence of 47 years and 6 months to Fernando Corona Vega and José Roberto Coutiño Vega, holding them accountable for their roles in the assassination that took place in January 2025.

Un juez dictó sentencia de 47 años y 6 meses de prisión contra Fernando Corona Vega y José Roberto Coutiño Vega, tras acreditar su participación en el homicidio del exdiputado local por el Partido Acción Nacional (PAN), Francisco Rojas, ocurrido el 30 de enero de 2025 en oficinas del Instituto de la Función Registral del Estado de México (IFREM).

— JudgeAnnouncing the sentence for the convicted individuals.

The crime, which unfolded within the offices of the Institute of Registration Function of the State of Mexico (IFREM), sent shockwaves through the community. Investigations by the State Attorney General's Office (FGJEM) revealed a meticulously planned operation, with Orlando Allan “N” identified as the alleged mastermind behind the plot. The evidence suggests a conspiracy involving multiple individuals, including Omar “N”, alias “El Negro”, who allegedly carried out the shooting.

Orlando Allan “N”, quien se encuentra vinculado a proceso, presuntamente planeó el crimen.

— State Attorney General's Office of Mexico (FGJEM)Detailing the alleged mastermind behind the murder.

Our authorities demonstrated remarkable efficiency in bringing the perpetrators to justice. Through diligent investigation, including the crucial use of C5 and C4 surveillance systems, law enforcement was able to identify the suspects and the vehicle used in their escape. Fernando Corona Vega and José Roberto Coutiño Vega were apprehended shortly after the crime, initially for an administrative offense, but were soon linked to the homicide.

Según las indagatorias, Omar “N” ingresó a las oficinas del IFREM y disparó contra la víctima.

— InvestigationsDescribing the actions of one of the alleged participants in the crime.

This sentence sends a clear message that violence and political assassinations will not be tolerated in our state. While Omar “N” remains to face charges for this specific crime, the conviction of Corona Vega and Coutiño Vega marks a significant step towards closure for the victim's family and for the citizens of the State of Mexico. The suspension of their political and civil rights further underscores the gravity of their actions and the consequences of undermining the rule of law.

La FGJEM estableció que Fernando Corona Vega y José Roberto Coutiño Vega realizaron labores de vigilancia durante el ataque y facilitaron la motocicleta utilizada para cometer el homicidio.

— State Attorney General's Office of Mexico (FGJEM)Explaining the roles of the convicted individuals in the crime.
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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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