Investigation into the fiscal huachicol case slow, but Sheinbaum assures no immunity for those involved; sailors and businessmen under scrutiny
In a significant development, the Mexican government has launched a wide-ranging investigation into fiscal huachicol, a form of illegal fuel theft. The probe was initiated when it was discovered that a ship, which was allowed to enter with a temporary permit for a certain type of substance, was actually carrying diesel, not what was reported.
President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo has promised "zero impunity" for those involved in this network of corruption and illicit activities. The investigation, being conducted by the National Tax Service and the Attorney General's Office (FGR), has led to the arrest of 14 individuals, including businessmen who did not pay taxes on diesel and sold it to gas stations or other fuel providers.
Among the detainees is Antonio Martínez, a former customs official in Tamaulipas, known as a taquero and car collector. Another high-profile arrest is that of the nephews of the former Secretary of the Navy, Rafael Ojeda Durán.
The customs office where the ship entered is managed by elements of the Secretary of the Navy, and over 200 arrest warrants have been requested against customs agents, administrators, sub-administrators, and operational staff at various customs offices across Mexico.
The permits used for the diesel did not report where the fuel came from, adding another layer of complexity to the investigation. According to the Attorney General, there were already complaints regarding fiscal huachicol before the investigation began.
President Sheinbaum and the federal executive have emphasised that making these investigations, gathering evidence, and judicializing them takes time. However, they believe it is crucial to have a commitment to zero impunity when a network of corruption and illicit activities is found.
The President made these statements in a morning press conference on Monday, September 8, at the National Palace. The arrested individuals made high profits without paying taxes, and the President declared that it is essential to put an end to such practices.
The investigation into fiscal huachicol is ongoing, and it is expected that more developments will be announced in the coming days. As the government continues to crack down on corruption and illegal activities, it remains committed to ensuring a fair and transparent system for all Mexicans.
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