Mexico City Metro Line 12 collapse investigation

Overview

Legal proceedings regarding the 2021 Mexico City Metro Line 12 collapse have faced delays. A judicial hearing involving eight defendants, including former Metro Project Director Enrique Horcasitas, was postponed for a second time to November 26. Defense attorneys requested the delay, claiming they had not been provided with the full investigation file.

The original May 3, 2021, collapse between the Olivos and Tezonco stations resulted in 26 deaths and over 100 injuries. Investigations into the incident have identified structural failures and deficiencies in construction and maintenance.

Entities

Mexico City Metro · FGJ CDMX · Tlatelolco Station · Enrique Horcasitas · Mexico City Citizen Security Secretariat

Timeline

1 day ago

[CRIME] 2 sources
Mexico City Metro Tlatelolco station vandalized by masked group
Masked individuals vandalized the Tlatelolco station on Mexico City's Metro Line 3, breaking glass and detonating pyrotechnics. No injuries or arrests were reported.
9 days ago

[CRIME] 2 sources
Mexico City Metro Line 12 collapse hearing postponed
The initial hearing for eight defendants accused in the 2021 Mexico City Metro Line 12 collapse has been postponed to November 26 following defense requests for access to investigation files.

Sources

excelsior.com.mx · lopezdoriga.com · politica.expansion.mx