Law enforcement agencies in Latin America mark milestones and infrastructure upgrades

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Various law enforcement agencies across Latin America are marking institutional milestones and implementing structural improvements.

In Argentina, the La Pampa Police celebrated its 140th anniversary with community events and personnel recognition. In Neuquén, the provincial police expanded its specialized network of Primary Intervention Offices for gender violence to 45 locations. Additionally, the Alto Neuquén Security Directorate marked its 120th anniversary in Chos Malal. In San Luis, Governor Claudio Poggi inaugurated a new $640 million facility for the 8th Police Station in Villa Mercedes and oversaw the promotion of 94 officers.

In Chile, the Carabineros of Ñuble celebrated 90 years of the Public Order Control specialty, recognizing the work of officers and strategic collaborators like firefighters.

In Mexico, the state of Tabasco reported that 90% of its police force has achieved Unique Police Certification (CUP) as part of a professionalization strategy led by Governor Javier May Rodríguez.