Feb 19 • 02:16 UTC 🇲🇽 Mexico Milenio (ES)

Man disguised as cleaning worker robs mini-supermarket in Iztapalapa | Video

A man disguised as a cleaning worker executed a robbery at a mini-supermarket in Iztapalapa, marking another incident of crime using this tactic.

The incident reported by journalist Carlos Jiménez highlights a concerning trend of robberies in Mexico City where criminals disguise themselves as cleaning workers. This latest robbery in Iztapalapa involved an individual dressed in a cleaning uniform who entered the mini-supermarket while pretending to be an employee. The situation escalates as the individual approaches the cash register, drawing attention to the method criminals are using to gain access to businesses without raising suspicion.

This is not the first time that such a tactic has been employed; a previous robbery on February 3 in the San Juan de Aragón area saw assailants similarly disguising themselves. During that incident, reported details indicated that the perpetrators wore outdated uniforms from the city's cleaning crew, while in the recent Iztapalapa case, the robber was noted to have a more updated version of the attire, indicating that they may be adapting their strategies to evade detection.

Carlos Jiménez's report not only provided footage of the robbery but also underscored the rising crime rates in urban areas like Iztapalapa, highlighting the ongoing security challenges faced by local businesses and residents. The use of disguises points to a disturbing trend in criminal behavior, where individuals exploit societal norms and trusted appearances to engage in theft, raising urgent questions about public safety and law enforcement responses in the region.

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