Man With Mental Health Issues Injured After Throwing Himself at Moving Car in Merida
Merida, Yucatan — A man with mental health issues was injured for the fourth time after throwing himself at a moving car in the San Jose Tecoh neighborhood in southern Merida.
The incident occurred on Calle 60 between 159 and 161, where a Kia driver was traveling when the man suddenly stepped in front of the vehicle. Despite the driver’s attempt to swerve, he struck the pedestrian.
The impact sent the man bouncing onto the pavement, leaving him with scrapes and injuries to one arm and his face.
Neighbors called 911. Paramedics from the Public Security Department (SSP) arrived and treated the injured man. Fortunately, his injuries were not serious.
SSP officers took note of the incident and requested a traffic expert to determine responsibility, as the driver was not at fault.
Local residents complained that neither the man’s family nor authorities are taking steps to protect him, noting that his mental condition leads him to throw himself into traffic, endangering drivers.
Javier Mendez covers public safety, law enforcement, and legal affairs in Quintana Roo. He monitors official reports from the FGE (State Prosecutor's Office), the Mexican Navy, and municipal police to deliver accurate English summaries of crime, trafficking cases, arrests, and court rulings affecting the Riviera Maya region.Javier has been covering crime and public safety news since 2023, reporting on cases ranging from felony arrests and human trafficking investigations to court proceedings and organized crime-related incidents across Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Chetumal. His reporting provides English-speaking residents and travelers with reliable, timely information about safety conditions in Quintana Roo's major tourist destinations.Javier works closely with official government sources and press offices to verify facts before publication, and maintains an archive of law enforcement communications to provide context for ongoing stories. He is dedicated to accurate, factual reporting on complex safety issues that affect both residents and visitors to the region.For story tips: javier@rivieramayanews.mx
