The last video of the Mexican mayor appears before being beheaded

Footage of Alejandro Arcos Catalán’s Final Moments Revealed

The Mayor of Chilpancingo Was Brutally Murdered

He Shared His Final Wish

The brutal murder of Chilpancingo’s mayor, Alejandro Arcos Catalán, has shocked the nation and highlighted the ongoing violence that continues to plague several regions in Mexico.

What initially appeared to be an isolated crime has become a symbol of the dangerous reality faced by many local politicians upon taking office.

Arcos Catalán, who had only been in office for six days, was assassinated on Sunday, October 6, in a crime that has sparked outrage both nationally and internationally.

A 42-second video, recorded prior to Arcos Catalán’s murder and now viral after his death, shows the mayor speaking about his vision for Chilpancingo’s future.

ALEJANDRO ARCOS CATALÁN’S FINAL VIDEO SURFACES

Alejandro Arcos Catalán’s final video surfaces – Photo: X

In the video, the mayor looks steadfastly into the camera, expressing his deep love for the city that witnessed his birth and upbringing.

“I’ve been asked how I’d like people to remember me once I’m no longer on this earth, and I’ve asked them to remember me as a promoter of peace, happiness, and development,” he stated.

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Arcos Catalán also highlighted his emotional bond with Chilpancingo, comparing it to the gaze of his children, revealing his integrity and transparency as both a person and a leader.

“I’ve lived here all my life, I’ve never left, and I want to die here. But I also want to die fighting for my city, for my municipality,” he affirmed, words that have tragically taken on a profound significance after his assassination.

What Is Known About Alejandro Arcos Catalán’s Murder?

The mayor’s body was found in the Villa del Roble neighborhood, inside a vehicle, in a scene of extreme violence.

His decapitated head was placed on the roof of the car, an image that quickly spread across social media, igniting outrage and shock.

Such brutal crimes are indicative of the violence that grips certain parts of the country.

And how political figures, particularly those advocating for change and progress, have become targets.

Mexico Grapples With Violence

This was the mayor of #Chilpancingo #Guerrero @AlejandroArcosC who was executed this Sunday. His last message… pic.twitter.com/ZQXkxRr3F4

— solociudadanos (@solociudadanos) October 7, 2024

Just days before his murder, on September 30, Arcos Catalán had taken office as Chilpancingo’s mayor, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the city.

However, violence soon struck his administration. Just three days before the mayor’s assassination, the city’s General Secretary, Francisco Gonzalo Tapia, was shot dead in the city center.

These murders have instilled a sense of helplessness and fear among residents, who are witnessing how violence directly impacts their local authorities.

This tragic event has brought attention to the fragile security situation in Guerrero, the state where Chilpancingo is located, a region historically ravaged by violence related to drug trafficking.

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