Regional news: Drug arrest in Honduras, Bogotá protests, and Mexico evacuations

Various regional incidents have been reported across Latin America. In Honduras, the Anti-Extortion and Terrorist Associations Division (DAET) arrested Josué Alejandro Medina Posadas, known as ‘El Chele’, in Trinidad, Santa Bárbara, for drug trafficking. Authorities seized doses of suspected marijuana and cocaine.

In Colombia, protests erupted in Bogotá near the National Museum following a government decision to remove over 30 pieces related to LGBTIQ+ rights, feminism, and political history. The NGO Temblores reported clashes between demonstrators and anti-riot units, alleging injuries and irregular detentions.

In Mexico, the state of Veracruz initiated evacuations in six municipalities, including Coatzacoalcos and Nanchital, due to the rising waters of the Agua Dulce River. Emergency plans are being coordinated by Civil Protection and the Navy to assist residents in temporary shelters.

Other regional updates include increased livestock theft prevention by police in Chaco, Argentina, due to flooding, and traffic camera relocations in Montevideo, Uruguay, to improve urban mobility.