In Culiacán, Sinaloa, in the last five days, 388 clandestine surveillance cameras have been dismantled, according to the state Secretary of Public Security. The Interinstitutional Security Group in Sinaloa continues with the operation to remove irregularly installed surveillance cameras on public structures in the city.
Authorities have not revealed how long these cameras were operational on the public roads of Culiacán. Only on February 24, 83 surveillance devices were removed, including different types of cameras and internet equipment.
During the operation, forces from the Ministry of National Defense, the National Guard, the Navy Secretary, the Attorney General of the Republic, the State Attorney General's Office, and the State Secretary of Public Security participated. The dismantled cameras were found in various neighborhoods of the city.
The Sinaloa Secretary of Public Security emphasized that none of the removed cameras were connected to the C4. Furthermore, it assured that the institutional surveillance system is protected with technological measures to prevent hacks or unauthorized interventions.
Citizens were reminded that the installation of cameras in public spaces by individuals is illegal, and they are asked to anonymously report these devices to 089 or 911. These devices are often used by organized crime to monitor the actions of the authorities.
