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Organized crime linked to illegal logging in Mexico

Overview

In the State of Mexico, illegal logging has reportedly become an activity linked to organized crime networks. PVEM deputy Vanessa Linares Zetina has called for an integral strategy to target not only those felling trees but also the financiers and coordinators of these operations.

Linares Zetina reported that individuals suspected of environmental crimes have been identified through meetings with the State of Mexico Attorney General’s Office. Concerns have been raised that criminal groups may be receiving advance information regarding law enforcement operations, allowing them to evade authorities. The issue is notably visible in areas such as Nevado de Toluca and the Chichinautzin biological corridor, affecting approximately 25 municipalities.

Entities

Vanessa Linares Zetina · Nevado de Toluca · San Luis Potosí Municipal Services Directorate · Chichinautzin · Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources

Timeline

  1. [INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
    Authorities crack down on illegal logging in Mexico and Dominican Republic

    Authorities in Mexico and the Dominican Republic are enforcing sanctions and legal measures against illegal logging and unauthorized tree removal in municipal and national protected areas.

  2. [CRIME] 2 sources
    Mexico State illegal logging linked to organized crime

    Authorities in the State of Mexico are investigating illegal logging as a potential organized crime activity involving coordinated networks and intelligence leaks.

Sources

arcodelsur.com · astrolabio.com.mx · diarioamanecer.com.mx · diariocolatino.com · dominicanoshoy.com · hoy.com.do