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By Open Chronicle with Agencies
Mexican authorities have launched a formal investigation into the alleged unauthorized presence of two U.S. intelligence operatives following a fatal car crash in the northern state of Chihuahua.
The probe, announced by Mexico’s attorney general’s office, focuses on whether the individuals, believed to be linked to the Central Intelligence Agency, were operating in the country without proper authorization, potentially violating national sovereignty and security laws.
The investigation is being led by the Specialized Regional Control Prosecutor’s Office, known as FECOR, which handles federal crimes. Officials confirmed that two separate case files have been opened, one examining the presence of the foreign agents and another related to a narcotics laboratory dismantled earlier this month, where the agents are suspected to have been involved.
Authorities said the case may involve serious offenses, including violations of Mexico’s national security framework. The country’s constitution imposes strict limits on the activities of foreign agents, requiring formal authorization for any operational role within its territory.
The incident has sparked political and institutional concern, as it appears to reveal a potential link between foreign intelligence services and local operations. The deaths of the two Americans brought the issue into public view, raising questions about oversight and coordination between Mexican and foreign agencies.
Maru Campos denied any knowledge of the agents’ presence or involvement in security activities within her state. She has since established a separate inquiry at the regional level while distancing her administration from the situation.
The federal investigation will determine whether the agents’ actions constituted a breach of Mexican law and whether any domestic actors facilitated their activities. Prosecutors have stated that, if violations are confirmed, those responsible will face legal consequences.
The case underscores longstanding sensitivities surrounding foreign intelligence operations in Mexico, particularly in areas linked to organized crime and drug trafficking. It also highlights the complex balance between international cooperation and national sovereignty in security matters.