100,000-Peso Reward Offered for Ex-Security Chief Linked to Mayor's Murder

The Michoacán Attorney General’s Office has announced a 100,000-peso reward for information on José Manuel Jiménez Miranda. The former security chief is wanted in connection with the assassination of Uruapan Mayor Carlos Manzo. The murder took place on 1 November 2025. Carlos Manzo was killed eight months ago. Jiménez Miranda, once the director of public security, later became the mayor’s head of security. Since the crime, he has been evading authorities.

The victim’s brother, Juan Manzo, welcomed the reward announcement. He stated that he would continue the fight for justice in his brother’s case. The reward aims to encourage public cooperation in locating Jiménez Miranda. His capture would mark a significant step in the investigation into the mayor’s assassination. Authorities remain focused on bringing those responsible to justice.