Mexico City prosecutors are working to downplay the case of a suspected serial killer who had women’s bones and a saw in his room, indicating that the remains of only six women were found in his rented room, rather than the reported 20. The city’s head prosecutor has confirmed that the suspect, identified only as “Miguel,” targeted women over the course of more than a decade, with only three of his crimes occurring during the current administration’s term. Reports claiming that all the crimes occurred during a specific time frame have been dismissed as false by the prosecutor, who also mentioned that the killer did not display any violent or aggressive behavior in his daily life.
The suspect was caught after attempting to kill his seventh victim and was identified due to his proximity to the scene of the crime. Investigators found blood stains, bones, a saw, cellphones, and several missing women’s ID cards in his rented rooms. The suspect has been held over for trial on charges of murder and attempted murder related to his latest victims. Local media reported that the suspect worked as a chemist, and notebooks found in his room could potentially be narrations of the acts he carried out against his victims. While the number of reported women’s killings has declined in Mexico City, authorities have still been criticized for not doing enough to investigate cases of missing women until a significant number of bodies have accumulated.
Unfortunately, prosecutors in Mexico City have a history of failing to stop serial killers until the number of victims becomes impossible to ignore. Previous cases in 2021 and 2018 illustrate how these killers were only caught after multiple victims were discovered, due to the lack of proper funding, training, and professionalism for law enforcement officials. In one instance, a serial killer in a Mexico City suburb went unnoticed until the final victim was identified as the wife of a police commander. Prosecutors have been criticized for their slow response to resolving cases involving missing women and serial killers, leading to devastating consequences for victims and their families.
Despite efforts to downplay the severity of the case, the suspected serial killer in Mexico City has been apprehended and is facing charges related to multiple murders and attempted murders. The suspect, who was caught after attacking a mother and her daughter in their apartment, had apparently committed crimes over a span of several years. Authorities have been recovering evidence from the suspect’s rented rooms, including ID cards belonging to missing women, skulls, and notebooks that could contain narratives of his crimes. The suspect’s capture highlights the need for improved investigative methods and resources in Mexico City to prevent serial killers from acting with impunity for extended periods.
The case of the suspected serial killer in Mexico City raises questions about the effectiveness of law enforcement in addressing crimes against women and preventing serial killers from evading capture. The lack of funding, training, and professionalism among prosecutors and investigators has resulted in cases where serial killers are only caught after committing multiple murders. Authorities must prioritize the safety of women and take proactive measures to address missing persons cases before they escalate into serial murders. The arrest of the suspected serial killer in this case serves as a reminder of the importance of strong law enforcement investigations and resource allocation to prevent such crimes from occurring and protect vulnerable populations in Mexico City.
