Marina del Pilar announces new security plan for Baja California

Baja California Governor Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda has announced a series of strategic actions to strengthen security in the state, including a restructuring of the State Citizen Security Force (FESC) and a new comprehensive plan for the La Rumorosa area.

Tijuana, BC—In an effort to take control of the security narrative and respond to high levels of violence, Governor Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda has introduced a package of measures aimed at strengthening corporations and pacifying high-conflict zones in Baja California.

These announcements come amid significant blows to crime, such as the recent capture of Pablo Edwin "N," alias "El Flaquito," identified as one of the main perpetrators of violence. His arrest was presented as a success of state-federation coordination.

The governor's plan is based on several key pillars, announced in recent sessions of the State Citizen Security Council and press conferences:

1. Restructuring of the FESC:

An internal reorganization of the State Citizen Security Force (FESC) has begun. Although not all the changes have been publicly detailed, the goal is to make it more efficient, responsive, and coordinated with federal and municipal forces.

2. Comprehensive Plan for La Rumorosa:

A specific security and tourism plan was presented for the La Rumorosa area, a critical location due to its strategic importance and recent acts of violence. The strategy seeks not only to combat crime but also to promote economic and tourism activity as a peacekeeping measure.

3. Investment in Equipment and Prevention:

The state government has announced the purchase of 50 new patrol cars and 700 weapons to equip police forces. Crime prevention programs such as the "Yes to Disarmament, Yes to Peace" gun exchange campaign are also being promoted.

A central element of the governor's discourse is close coordination with the federal government. Ávila Olmeda has participated in meetings of the national security cabinet, chaired by President Claudia Sheinbaum, to align strategies and secure federal support in the fight against crime in Baja California.

"This battle is fought inch by inch, with weapons and intelligence, but also with open hands, opportunities for life, and open doors," the president said, outlining an approach that combines the power of the state with social welfare policies.

With these measures, the Baja California government seeks to send a message of strength and control, hoping that the restructuring and new strategies will translate into a tangible reduction in the violence affecting citizens.