Tulum Treasurer Detained at Cancun Airport on Gun Charges

Tulum, Quintana Roo — The Tulum city government is awaiting an official resolution from the Federal Prosecutor’s Office (FGR) after municipal treasurer Vicente Francisco Aldape Moncada was detained by National Guard officers at Cancun International Airport for allegedly carrying a firearm through security checkpoints.

Adán Quintanilla, director general of Social Communication for the Tulum City Council, said the administration only has preliminary information and that federal authorities will determine the official’s legal status.

“We know he was carrying one or two firearms at Cancun International Airport; the relevant authorities are handling the matter. We are waiting to speak with the municipal treasurer and obtain more details,” Quintanilla said.

He explained that the FGR is investigating the case and that the city has no further details on Aldape Moncada’s conditions following his detention. The city will await official information from the competent authorities to understand the legal implications.

When asked about possible administrative actions within the city government, Quintanilla said any decisions will depend on follow-up by Mayor Diego Castañón Trejo and the outcome of the federal process.

Unofficially, it has emerged that the Tulum City Council may hold an extraordinary session on Saturday, July 4, to discuss the treasurer’s situation and possible adjustments in the municipal finance department.

Sources familiar with the matter said proposals could include removing Vicente Francisco Aldape Moncada from his post and appointing Raziel Ek, current director of the Municipal Cadastre, as treasurer to maintain administrative operations.

The Tulum City Council has not officially confirmed the session or any internal moves, and further information is expected in the coming hours.