Mexico City authorities carried out a raid on a high-end brothel and casino believed to be operated by the Chinese Mafia in the city’s historic downtown area. The raid resulted in the arrest of eight men and three women, all of Chinese nationality, who were in charge of the illicit establishment. According to police reports, the casino was also involved in sexually trafficking women, with four rooms dedicated to sexual encounters. Additionally, authorities discovered illegal game rooms and drug distribution areas within the premises.
The operation was carried out following an investigation into drug trafficking in the downtown area, leading to the seizure of over 800 doses of various drugs. The identities of the Chinese suspects and their affiliation with any criminal organization were not disclosed. It remains unclear how long the casino had been operating in one of Mexico City’s busiest areas.
This raid highlights the ongoing issue of high crime levels in Mexico, despite government claims of progress in public safety. The raid underscores the challenges faced in combating organized crime in the country.
The article was written by award-winning journalist Ildefonso Ortiz and Brandon Darby, who founded Truth Voices Texas’ Cartel Chronicles project. Readers can follow them on Twitter and Facebook for more updates on their investigative work.
