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Mexico Seeks Extradition of Two Ex‑Michoacán Officials From U.S. and Argentina

The petitions hinge on ASF audits alleging a 3.412‑billion‑peso diversion tied to contracts for seven police barracks.

Overview

  • Federal prosecutors asked the United States and Argentina to hand over Israel Patrón Reyes and Guillermo Loaiza Gómez, who were located in those countries.
  • The FGR says the case stems from 2016–2021 contracts to rent and later acquire sites for seven state police facilities across Michoacán.
  • Authorities cite alleged embezzlement and money laundering offenses, and Mexican courts have issued arrest warrants in the case.
  • The extradition files include documentary and forensic evidence assembled by the FGR following complaints and audits from the federal auditor.
  • Four former officials are already jailed in Mexico, and ex‑governor Silvano Aureoles remains wanted with an Interpol notice as the new requests await judicial review abroad.