Felipe Carrillo Puerto faces rising insecurity amid lack of prevention

In the municipality of Felipe Carrillo Puerto, rising insecurity is being attributed to a lack of community participation and preventive measures. While authorities have provided new patrols, motorcycles, cameras, and weaponry, critics argue that these resources do not address the underlying social issues.

Cultural promoter Marcelo Jiménez notes that the situation is multifactorial, citing a lack of governance and the erosion of community ties. He suggests that rapid development has led to increased individualism, leaving a vacuum that is being filled by violence. The current approach is described as focusing on reactive operations rather than proactive prevention or community involvement in decision-making processes.