Culiacan is enduring its darkest chapter. Beyond the internal wars of drug cartels, a crisis of trust in security institutions has emerged. While the Mexican Army and National Guard patrol the streets, the violence continues unabated. According to recent leaks and video evidence, the core of the problem lies within the Sinaloa State Police (PEP) corruption networks.
Law Enforcement vs. The Press
Tensions peaked when a State Police officer was caught on camera pointing his service weapon at a reporter. This incident, reported by Proceso and Timenews Sinaloa, is not considered an isolated event. Journalists denounce a systematic pattern of threats aimed at preventing the documentation of street violence. There is a growing suspicion that some officers are acting as “scouts” for criminal interests rather than public servants.
Bribery and the “Influencer” Connection
The shadow of corruption grew larger after a social media influencer confessed to acting as a middleman for a criminal group, admitting she delivered bribes to numerous police patrols. This confirms what many residents suspected: high-impact crimes occur within meters of police presence because the criminals have purchased their freedom of movement. Reports suggest that “Los Mayos” faction has effectively infiltrated official structures to maintain their regional dominance.
A Hostile Environment
Culiacan is rapidly becoming a ghost town. Businesses close early, and nightlife has vanished. This social decay is fueled by the realization that attacks on the media are not tactical errors but a deliberate strategy to hide the complicity between authorities and organized crime. The silence of the streets reflects a society that fears both the criminal and the uniform.
Sources: Proceso, El Universal (Héctor de Mauleón), Timenews Sinaloa, Social Media Reports.