Civil Warning Issued in Guadalajara

This is a translation of a bulletin issued in Guadalajara. Since many of you drive in the Metro area, thought you would want to read this.

CIVIL PROTECTION INFORMATION

THE SITUATION LIVING IN THE STATE.

Important Safety Notice

Derived from the violent clashes in recent days between federal forces and organized crime groups in the State, the Municipal Civil Protection Department has been issuing safety recommendations, which we share below:

If you get stopped by an Army unit, AFI and PFP:

1. Lower the speed of your vehicle

2. Turn on the flashing lights to 'warn' that you are stopping.

3. Turn on Interior light remain calm and put both hands on the steering wheel where visible.

4. Only bring documents to expedite the review.

5. Cooperate at all times with the Federal forces and remain calm.

6. If the Security Forces or Army Convoys are circulating, avoid passing them do not pass these high speed vehicles.

7. Always bring identification if you are required. (The work ID is VERY IMPORTANT)

8. Avoid main roads during peak hours.

If you are flagged or stopped by an unknown armed group driving vehicles (commonly Suburban, Tahoe, Durango).

1. Stop immediately, do not run, or try to evade them, you might be shot. (Usually these people (assassins) want to make sure whether you are or not the victim, person or people they are looking for. Preferring to make you stop to make sure.

2. Turn on Interior lights put your hands up, keep calm, do not get defensive because they 'will' be going about their business, the lowest type of discomfort can irritate them and make them lose their patience and thus' act '.

3. Usually you are asked to identify yourself, do it without hesitation, (remember that there is nothing to fear) and show you ID or passport. (Take them with you ALWAYS wherever you go, it serves as a full identification. Job ID is very important too).

4. Do not ask or talk, answer what you are asked but do not talk much. (Commonly: where do you live?, What do you do?, "Who is the vehicle? Etc.)

5. Incredibly the killers are never confused. They make sure that the victim is aboard the vehicle. In case of doubt, they prefer to make sure. If you are not who they want they will let you go.

6. Avoid putting yourself at risk and if possible do not go out late at night, if so, walk around where there is traffic and lighting. Avoid shortcuts.


If you are near where there is a confrontation:

1. Drop to the ground and cover your head with both hands, if you're in a vehicle, throw yourself unto the floor of the vehicle and protect children if they are with you. Do not run out of the vehicle, you may be mistaken for a criminal fleeing the scene.

2. One important thing to remember is that we must work together again in these revisions, because they are focused on prevention and safeguard our security.

3. Avoid risking yourself and if possible do not go out late at night.

4. We hope this situation will be resolved soon, but while it persists, stay informed and alert at all times, do not expose your self of others.

5. Please share this information with staff without access to e-mail. Your security is important to us, please follow the recommendations made and remember at your home and your work! WE NEED YOU!

If you know of someone who is directly or indirectly involved in organized crime, do not hesitate to make your report anonymously to 089, it is your duty as a citizen if you want your city to restore security and calm your children lives, If you don't report the crime you can become an Accomplice.

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