A tragic fire incident at a discount store in Hermosillo has led to significant legal proceedings. A judge has determined that sufficient evidence exists to bring six individuals and one organization to trial for their alleged roles in the November disaster that claimed the lives of 24 individuals, including several children.
The investigation suggests that the fire, and the preceding explosion, may have been triggered by a faulty transmitter inside the store. This incident has sparked a wave of demands from the Hermosillo community for a comprehensive inquiry and justice for the victims.
The Sonoran Attorney General’s Office has announced that the charges faced by the defendants include homicide and the use of fraudulent documents. Although the identities of the accused remain undisclosed, it is reported that former officials responsible for building safety are among them.
While two other individuals were found lacking sufficient evidence to be tried, the identified defendants are required to remain within the state of Sonora as they await trial, without being detained.
Community Response
Many residents of Hermosillo continue to express their grief and seek accountability through various means, including protests and public gatherings. Images from the scene show people like Alma Paredes lighting candles at an altar set up outside the Waldo’s store to honor the victims. Other photos capture the emotional moments of individuals like Rosa Linda Ríos Trasviña, who mourns the loss of her daughter in the fire.
Activists, including Paty Duarte, who tragically lost her own child in a previous fire incident in Hermosillo, have been vocal in their pursuit of justice. Duarte was seen addressing the media and participating in marches aimed at highlighting the need for accountability in the wake of the Waldo’s fire.
For more information and updates on this case, visit NPR.
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