CRIME
Boxer “Bobby León” Found Murdered
Roberto Manríquez León, known locally as “Bobby León,” was discovered dead inside his residence on Monday afternoon in the Hidalgo neighborhood. He was approximately 30 years old and had sustained gunshot wounds in his apartment located near 61st Avenue and Libertadores Street.
Authorities from the Baja California State Attorney General’s Office reported that they received a 911 call at 4:56 p.m. on August 4 from the property owner, who indicated they could not open the door due to the presence of León’s body blocking it.
Mexicali police arrived at the scene and confirmed the man had been shot, finding spent shell casings within the apartment. The news of his passing has prompted an outpouring of sorrow within the local sports community, with tributes and condolences flooding social media from friends and fellow athletes.
CRIME
Fifteen Arrested Following Gunfire Incident
In a separate incident early Monday morning, 15 individuals were apprehended after barricading themselves inside a home in the Hidalgo neighborhood following reported gunfire during a party.
According to the Mexicali Police Department, the situation unfolded on Niños Héroes Street. When responding, officers attempted to communicate with a man inside the residence, who acknowledged the presence of armed individuals but refused to cooperate. This led authorities to secure a search warrant from the State Attorney General’s Office.
During the operation, police arrested 15 men and women and confiscated two handguns along with five vehicles. Residents, wishing to remain anonymous, expressed their fears for safety, noting that gunfire incidents had previously occurred at the location, and previous 911 calls seemed to have gone unaddressed.
PUBLIC SAFETY
28 Arrests and Over 6,400 Fines Issued by Ecological Police
In the first half of 2025, the Ecological Unit of the Mexicali Police Department reported 28 arrests and 6,449 citations related to environmental violations.
Data indicates that 75% of these arrests—21 out of 28—were for littering. Additional arrests included three for public drinking, two for waste burning, and one each for trespassing and obstructing a public official. The unit addressed 11,023 environmental complaints, with a significant portion resulting in fines.
STATE
Baja California Launches Anti-Extortion Strategy
To enhance safety for families and businesses in Baja California, Governor Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda introduced a State Strategy Against Extortion. The governor emphasized a commitment to eradicating violence and ensuring citizens’ peace of mind against threats such as extortion.
A crucial aspect of the strategy is ensuring anonymity and confidentiality for those reporting extortion, addressing fears of retaliation that often deter victims. The Secretary of Security and Citizen Protection, Laureano Carrillo Rodríguez, announced the formation of a State Coordination Center and three Anti-Extortion Centers to bolster intelligence operations and support victim protection.
As of 2025, the state’s Anti-Extortion Group has made 17 related arrests amidst ongoing investigations. This initiative arose following demands from state lawmakers for enhanced measures against extortion.
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