Mexico arrests man for groping President Claudia Sheinbaum
Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum has filed criminal charges against a man who was recorded groping and attempting to kiss her while she was near the presidential palace in Mexico City.
Details of the incident
The event took place on Tuesday as Sheinbaum, Mexico’s first female president, walked towards the Education Ministry. She stopped to greet people by shaking hands and taking photos. A man approached her from behind, put his arm around her shoulder, and then touched her chest and hip while trying to kiss her. The man appeared intoxicated and was removed by Sheinbaum’s security team.
Reactions and official statements
“This person approached me completely drunk, I don’t know if he was on drugs,” Sheinbaum said. “It wasn’t until I saw the videos that I realized what had really happened.”
Mexico City Mayor Clara Brugada confirmed the arrest of the man involved. Sheinbaum announced at a press conference that she pressed charges after discovering he had continued harassing other women following the incident.
“No man has the right to violate that space,” Sheinbaum declared.
Impact on women's safety debate
The incident has sparked renewed discussions about women’s safety in Mexico, highlighting ongoing challenges and the need for stronger protections.
Author's summary
President Sheinbaum’s case underscores persistent issues of harassment in Mexico, prompting legal action and public dialogue on women's safety.