Feb 15 • 19:36 UTC 🇲🇽 Mexico Milenio (ES)

National Guard and soldiers seize weapons and tactical equipment in Namiquipa, Chihuahua

The Mexican National Guard, along with military and state police, seized an extensive arsenal in Namiquipa, Chihuahua, during surveillance patrols.

In a significant operation, elements of the National Guard (GN) coordinated with the Army and State Police to secure a large cache of weapons and tactical gear in Namiquipa, Chihuahua. During surveillance patrols in the municipality, they discovered a stockpile that included 21 firearms, a grenade launcher attachment, eight grenades, 128 magazines, over 5,800 cartridges, and 16 vehicles, indicating a serious security concern in the area.

The items seized have been handed over to the appropriate authorities for further investigation as officials continue to tackle security issues in the region. This operation underscores the ongoing efforts of Mexican security forces to combat organized crime and arms trafficking, which remain major threats to public safety and order.

General Guillermo Briseño Lobera, the commander of the National Guard, emphasized the need for establishing a stronger and more professional institution as they advance toward their goals for 2029. This statement reflects the broader strategy to enhance security forces in Mexico, which is crucial in an era marked by violence and criminal activity linked to drug cartels and other organized crime syndicates.

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