# San Pedro Cholula security and crime prevention efforts

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> Updated: 2026-10-06T14:47:37.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2.

The municipal administration of San Pedro Cholula, led by Mayor Tonantzin Fernández, has implemented several security and crime prevention initiatives. 

Initially, the municipality announced a 10.5 million peso investment in an urban videovigilance system, including 100 new cameras connected to a Command and Control Center. This investment, alongside the acquisition of new patrol vehicles and police professionalization, was reported to have contributed to significant decreases in crime, such as a 29.86% reduction in vehicle theft and a 16.67% decrease in intentional homicide.

Building on these efforts, the government launched new measures specifically targeting extortion and ‘cobro de piso’ among local businesses. The Secretariat of Citizen Security is providing safety recommendations to merchants and has established multiple reporting channels, including anonymous emergency numbers, WhatsApp lines, and the Cyber Police. These local actions are being coordinated with Governor Alejandro Armenta to enhance institutional cooperation.

Recent efforts have expanded to include social measures alongside security outreach. The municipal government continues to conduct outreach to businesses to prevent extortion by providing emergency contact information to merchants. Additionally, the administration has introduced the ‘Nutrición con Amor’ program, which distributes food aid to vulnerable citizens to address social gaps.

## Claims

- The San Pedro Cholula government is strengthening crime prevention actions for local businesses. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Authorities are providing recommendations to merchants to prevent 'cobro de piso' and other forms of extortion. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Recommended safety protocols include staying calm, refusing to provide business information or money, and reporting attempts to authorities. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Anonymous reporting is available via specific phone numbers and WhatsApp channels. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Official reporting channels include 089 and the Cyber Police. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- President Tonantzin Fernández is leading the initiative to protect local businesses and promote safe environments. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The municipal security efforts align with the broader security strategy of Governor Alejandro Armenta. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Inaugurated the new Region 5 Operations Base in Chimalhuacán. (single source)
- The Region 5 base covers 3 sectors and 20 neighborhoods. (single source)
- The Sebiso department began distributing cacao and sugar in the Huasteca region. (single source)
- Over 135,000 packages containing one kilo of cacao and one kilo of sugar will be distributed across 22 municipalities. (single source)
- The State Congress urged municipal authorities to issue regulations for parks, gardens, and green areas. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-06: Quintana Roo legislator proposes reform to protect social programs

Legislative reforms in Quintana Roo aim to prevent the misuse of social programs for political gain, while a decades-old territorial dispute between three states moves toward a Supreme Court resolution.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/san-pedro-cholula-strengthens-extortion-prevention-for-local-businesses

### 2026-09-30: San Pedro Cholula invests in security and videovigilance

San Pedro Cholula authorities reported a 10.5 million peso investment in videovigilance and new patrol vehicles, contributing to significant decreases in vehicle theft and intentional homicide.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/san-pedro-cholula-invests-in-security-and-videovigilance

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