Mexico Arrests Man for Groping President Claudia Sheinbaum
Claudia Sheinbaum, Mexico's first female president, has filed criminal charges against a man who was filmed groping and attempting to kiss her near the presidential palace in Mexico City.
Details of the Incident
The event took place on Tuesday while Sheinbaum was walking to the Education Ministry, stopping to greet people and take photos. Videos on social media show a man approaching her from behind, putting his arm around her shoulder, and touching her chest and hip with his other hand as he tried to kiss her.
"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."
Her security quickly intervened and removed the intoxicated man.
Aftermath and Official Response
Mexico City Mayor Clara Brugada confirmed the man's arrest.
"No man has the right to violate that space," Sheinbaum declared during a press conference on Wednesday, explaining that she pressed charges after discovering the man had continued harassing other women following the attack on her.
Impact on Women’s Safety Debate
The incident has triggered renewed discussions about the safety of women in Mexico, highlighting ongoing concerns about harassment and violence.
Author's summary: President Claudia Sheinbaum’s case of public harassment spotlights persistent challenges around women’s safety in Mexico and the actions taken to hold offenders accountable.