Isla Mujeres, Mexico — Following intense social pressure and widespread community support, three of the nine individuals detained in connection with a shooting incident in Isla Mujeres have been released. The first to regain their freedom were Mar Montejo Perucini and Diego Montejo Perucini, followed by local fisherman Efrén Ihuit Cauich, a well-known and beloved figure in the community, who was released in the early morning hours.
Two Remain Detained as Community Mobilizes Support
However, Francisco Emilio Cancino Salazar and Luis Alberto Lara Guirao, both originally from Chiapas, remain in custody. The two men had traveled to the Mexican Caribbean in search of work and a better life. Now, they face legal proceedings in an unfamiliar city, far from their homes and without financial resources, turning their situation into what their families describe as a nightmare.
The community of Isla Mujeres has responded with solidarity. Local business owners have donated funds, restaurateurs have contributed portions of their sales, and numerous citizens have offered whatever assistance they can to help cover the legal expenses of the detained men. This outpouring of support reflects a widespread belief that the accused are innocent and victims of an unjust legal process.
Authorities Face Scrutiny Over Delayed Judicial Process
When questioned about how many of the detainees had been presented before a control judge, Luis Cortés, the spokesperson for the State Attorney General’s Office, stated that officials were "still verifying" the information. This response came despite the legal 48-hour deadline for judicial processing expiring between early Friday morning and Saturday morning.
Residents are demanding clear answers and lawful conduct from the Attorney General’s Office, emphasizing that authorities should not fabricate culprits merely to create the appearance of results. Meanwhile, violence continues to escalate across the state’s 11 municipalities, further eroding public trust in the justice system.
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