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Mexico City Raid Uncovers 33 Vehicles, Triggers Probe Into Illicit Armoring Network

Investigators are examining possible business links, including lines that reference entrepreneur Abraham Matuk.

Overview

  • A March 12 search in Colonia Arenal, Azcapotzalco, led by Mexico City security authorities with federal support, resulted in two arrests.
  • Officers secured 33 out-of-state public-transport vehicles, two trucks with artisanal armor, license plates reported stolen, tools and sets of keys.
  • Specialists say the armor resembles improvised “monstruo” reinforcements associated with criminal groups rather than standard civilian protection.
  • Initial inquiries indicate some modified units were being sent to northern states for later sale.
  • Authorities are tracing the vehicles’ origins and potential business and financial ties, with the property sealed under police guard and investigative lines referencing Abraham Matuk.