Possible riot reported at La Mesa prison in Tijuana: operation launched

Written by Parriva — April 9, 2026

Security agents responded to the La Mesa penitentiary in Tijuana, Baja California. Initial reports indicate an attempted riot at the facility.

State security sources confirmed to Infobae Mexico that security personnel were dispatched to the prison to provide support following reports of disturbances, though no riot has been confirmed at this time.

This coincides with information from local media outlets such as Zeta Tijuana, which reported disturbances during the afternoon of April 9.
Material shared on social media shows several state security vehicles arriving at the scene. Preliminary information indicates that streets surrounding the prison were cordoned off by officers.

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