02 Aug 2019 | 08:55 AM UTC
Mexico: Government to deploy National Guard to 48 border sections August 1
Government increases security at border sections with National Guard deployment August 1; heightened security presence near borders
Event
The Mexican government announced on Thursday, August 1, that it would deploy the National Guard to 48 border sections with the intention of containing human trafficking. Officers will mainly monitor Tabasco, Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz to conduct random inspections.
A heightened security presence, increased checkpoints, transportation delays, and processing delays at these border regions are to be expected.
Advice
Individuals in the affected areas are advised to anticipate a heavier than usual security presence, adhere to instructions issued by the local authorities, and minimize movement at or near the affected borders.
