Sinaloa: Confrontation is recorded in Guasave; Harfuch reports 13 deaths

In the series of clashes that took place in the receivership of La Brecha, Guasavein which state and federal forces intervened, with the support of a helicopter gunship; There are thirteen attackers dead, at least four arrested and weapons and vehicles seized.

The deployments of elements of the army, the National Guard and the Navy by that union caused fear among residents who sought refuge in their homes and businesses, which closed their curtains, in the face of continuous confrontations.

According to the first information, Elements of the State Public Security Secretariat were attacked by armed men that they were taking refuge in a house in the La Brecha community, so they requested reinforcements with the response to the aggression.

The convoy of military and naval personnel with fast and artillery units and the overflight of an artillery helicopter motivated the public security authorities of the municipality of Guasave to recommend that the population not leave their homes, as a protection measure.

According to the information that has been released, the large group of armed men who were in a house divided, several of its members jumped over the exterior walls of the building and spread out in various directions, so Confrontations with federal forces expanded.

Harfuch confirms 13 attackers dead and four arrested

The Secretary of Security and Citizen Protection, Omar García Harfuchconfirmed that at 12:45 p.m. on patrols, Security Cabinet personnel were attacked by an armed group hidden under a bridge. According to the head of the SSPC, the authorities’ response allowed:

• 13 attackers lost their lives
• 4 arrested
• 9 people released who were kidnapped
• 7 vehicles insured
• Long weapons and tactical equipment secured

He pointed out that everything was made available to the Attorney General’s Office (FGR).

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