In the Metro of Mexico City, several people have been victims of needle stabbings, causing significant physical distress. Lucero and Ana, two of the affected, experienced dizziness, nausea, vomiting, excessive sweating, and difficulty speaking after being stabbed.
In her report, Lucero mentioned that when she went to an IMSS hospital, the guards downplayed the situation, attributing it to a supposed new mode of robbery in the Metro. For her part, Ana, a 15-year-old teenager, was also attacked on Line 2 of the Metro, which has caused her emotional and physical repercussions, to the point of fearing going out again.
Fernanda Torres, coordinator of No Es Una Somos Todas, A.C., explained that the modus operandi of the attackers is to inject victims with a sedative to leave them defenseless and then rob them of their belongings, abduct them, or commit abuses. In Ana's case, a toxicological examination detected a compound derived from cannabis.
Authorities in Mexico City have reported 41 complaints of needle stabbings in the Metro, in addition to similar cases in other public transport systems. Victims have reported symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, and in some cases, evident physical injuries.
Lucero and Ana, whose names have been changed to protect their identity, have recounted how the attacks they suffered occurred. Both stated that they were injected with a sedative and later approached by strangers who offered help upon noticing their discomfort. These situations have generated fear in them of using the Metro as a means of transport again.
In these cases, it is essential to seek help from the authorities immediately if one suspects being a victim of a similar attack. Additionally, it is recommended to file a report and undergo a toxicological examination to identify the compounds used by the attackers. The safety of public transport users is a priority, so it is necessary to be alert and take preventive measures in the face of such situations.
