Members of a criminal group were arrested for their participation in robberies targeting bank customers. One of the detainees, identified as Ildefonso, revealed how they operated to commit the assaults. Despite having no money even to eat, Ildefonso received up to 100,000 pesos for each robbery he carried out.
In an interview, Ildefonso explained that the group's modus operandi involved identifying potential victims in banks, waiting for them to exit, and then following them to rob them. The group paid attention to what type of car the person drove, what clothes they wore, and their level of awareness of their surroundings.
Ildefonso was sentenced to 15 years in prison for assaulting bank customers and for being part of a criminal gang active in Mexico City and surrounding states. During the interview, Ildefonso also mentioned that some of his accomplices had been killed, others are free, and he is grateful not to share the same fate as them.
Ildefonso, who worked as a taxi driver, was introduced to the criminal group by friends. Initially, he only acted as a driver, waiting outside the banks for his accomplices, but later he actively participated in the robberies. The group focused on stealing money and used various strategies to achieve their goals.
Mexican authorities have recognized the modus operandi described by Ildefonso, which consisted of robbing bank customers as they left the branches. They recommend avoiding large withdrawals of money and being alert to possible suspects when leaving banks. It is advised to report any unusual situations to bank security staff or the relevant authorities.
In summary, Ildefonso shared details about how the gang of bank robbers operated, revealing how they selected their victims and carried out the robberies. His testimony provides important information to prevent this type of crime and promote the safety of bank customers.
