Controversial Detention of Mafer Turrent in Mexico City

Mafer Turrent was detained amid allegations of assault against her ex-partner, provoking outrage over the lack of progress in her case. Authorities are reviewing the investigation to ensure justice.


Controversial Detention of Mafer Turrent in Mexico City

The man initiated legal actions against Mafer Turrent, resulting in her detention, with the authority supporting the man. In light of this incident, the Attorney General’s Office of Mexico City declared that they will not tolerate corruption, abuse of influence, or manipulation of the system with economic resources or ties to power.

The head of Government, Clara Brugada, acknowledged that the removal of the prosecutor from Mafer Turrent’s case was appropriate. Mafer Turrent requested measures to distance herself from her ex-partner, with whom she had suffered extreme violence, and reported that for three months he did not allow her to see her children. Although she was able to meet with them thanks to social media, she was detained for alleged crimes fabricated by her ex-partner.

Mafer Turrent was accused of supposed fraud, child retention, and violation of correspondence. Citlalli Hernández mentioned that it is common for aggressors to use their influence to continue the violence, although the current relationship of Mafer Turrent's ex-husband with the authorities is unknown. Bertha Alcalde assured that the investigations will be reviewed to guarantee impartiality and justice.

Mafer Turrent presented evidence of threats, even death threats, from her ex-partner. Her detention generated outrage due to the slow progression of her case. Collectives and activists denounced the lack of advancements despite the evidence. The removal of the prosecutor from the case occurred as a result of Mafer Turrent's violence accusations.