Mexican police patrols linked to fatal and serious traffic crashes

In Piedras Negras, Coahuila, a municipal police patrol collided with a civilian, leaving the victim seriously injured. The State Prosecutor's Office confirmed the incident was never formally presented to the Ministry of Public Prosecutor and was only known from publicly released video, raising concerns about evidence preservation and police accountability.

In Yautepec, Morelos, the mother of Shilam Balam says a federal SSPC patrol caused her son's death after the officers forced the teen to stop, then struck his motorcycle from behind and fled the scene. She is demanding a thorough investigation, sanctions for the officer involved, and the revocation of any freedom previously granted to the suspect. Both cases underscore allegations of police misconduct and possible cover‑ups, prompting calls for proper criminal investigations.