Mexican Prosecutors Reject U.S. Request to Arrest Sinaloa Governor Rocha

The Mexican Attorney General's Office has decided not to detain Sinaloa Governor Rubén Rocha, who is wanted by the U.S. for drug trafficking and weapons charges. Raúl Jiménez Vázquez, head of the Specialized Prosecutor's Office, stated that there is insufficient evidence to justify an urgent arrest. This announcement follows a formal accusation from the U.S. Department of Justice against Rocha and nine others, linking them to the Sinaloa Cartel. Rocha has denied the allegations, claiming they are politically motivated. The FGR plans to request evidence from U.S. authorities to support their claims.

Key Details: • No immediate arrest for Rubén Rocha despite U.S. extradition request. • FGR cites lack of evidence to justify detention. • U.S. charges include drug trafficking and weapons offenses. • Rocha claims accusations are politically motivated.