Uruapan's mayor, Grecia Quiroz, has made significant changes to her cabinet by appointing Omar Guadarrama Brito as the new Secretary of Public Security Municipal, replacing Francisco Nieto Osorio. This decision was announced during an official event in the municipal seat and reflects Quiroz's response to the pressing security issues facing Uruapan, especially after the violent background linked to the assassination of her husband and former mayor, Carlos Manzo.

The appointment is part of a broader strategy to enhance the municipality's security measures and combat rising crime rates. Quiroz urged residents to give the new secretary a vote of confidence, asserting that his position is backed by Federal Government support, ensuring coordination among different levels of authority. Her administration has recognized the necessity to adapt to the challenges posed by crime and insecurity, which are contributing to a deteriorating safety perception among citizens, as reported by the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI).

As Uruapan grapples with an alarming rise in violence, evidenced by 27 homicides recorded thus far this year, the mayor's changes might be seen as a crucial step in addressing these pressing public safety concerns. With high dissatisfaction regarding local security, the effectiveness of Guadarrama's appointment will be crucial not only in restoring public trust but also in tangibly reducing crime rates that plague the city and its citizens' peace of mind.