Outraged Public: Security Guard Arrested at Cancún Airport for Warning Tourists

A recent incident at Cancún International Airport has led to public outrage and raised questions about the authorities' handling of unlicensed taxis in the region. A security guard was arrested by the National Guard for informing tourists about the risks of using these unauthorized taxis.

The incident took place on Sunday, March 9, in Terminal 3. The security guard is employed by SIA, a company responsible for passenger security and guidance at the airport. Witnesses report that she was merely performing her duty, advising tourists about safe transportation options, when she was apprehended by federal agents.

The arrest reportedly occurred after some unlicensed taxi drivers, notorious for their illegal operations around the airport, alerted the authorities about the guard's warnings to tourists. Observers were taken aback by the swift action of the agents who handcuffed the guard without any prior notice or explanation.

This event has reignited discussions about the authorities' apparent leniency towards these unlicensed taxis. Despite their well-known illegal operations, these taxis continue to operate with relative impunity. They often flout local regulations and pose a risk to travelers due to the lack of quality and safety guarantees in their service.

Cancún Airport is a significant gateway to the Mexican Caribbean and one of Mexico's most important air terminals. Tourists arriving at this popular destination have frequently fallen victim to these unlicensed taxis, which often overcharge and, in some instances, compromise passenger safety.

Civil organizations, tourism sector workers, and security experts have highlighted that this situation not only infringes on the rights of those performing surveillance and guidance duties but also underscores the ineffective control of unlicensed transportation at a crucial economic hub.

There is growing concern that the authorities' reaction to this incident indicates a greater interest in protecting the unlicensed taxi drivers rather than ensuring tourist safety. To date, neither the National Guard nor SIA have provided official statements on the arrest. The case continues to stir controversy and concern among the tourism sector and the general public, who are calling for increased surveillance and stricter measures against unlicensed taxis at this vital air terminal.