Tulum, Quintana Roo — A man identified as Juan Carlos N, alias “El Coquerito,” has been formally charged with human trafficking for using minors in criminal activities, the State Prosecutor’s Office announced.
According to the investigation, the suspect is linked to a criminal organization that allegedly recruited teenagers through social media platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp, and TikTok, as well as through acquaintances who offered fake jobs as waitresses, cooks, or hotel and restaurant workers.
The three victims were reportedly transported from the states of Tamaulipas and Michoacán to Quintana Roo, with the organization providing money and bus tickets. Upon arrival, they were forced to sell and distribute drugs in Tulum, authorities said.
A judge ordered two years of pretrial detention for Juan Carlos N while the investigation continues. The rescued teenagers have been placed under the care of the DIF (System for Integral Family Development) for protection and support.
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