A man and a woman were arrested Wednesday morning by the police in downtown in possession of a California-registered vehicle that was reported stolen, said the Municipal Public Safety Department.
Authorities said at 7:40 a.m. police officers arrested Víctor “Doe,” 30 and María “Doe,” 37, at Madero Avenue and Bravo Street.
The couple was traveling on a 1992 brown Honda Accord with California plates, whose driver did not stop at an intersection.
Police officers stopped the driver and requested its documents.
The couple showed nervousness, said the police.
After an inquiry was made at the emergency center police officers determined the vehicle was reported stolen.
The couple was arrested and turned to a prosecutor.
Girl’s corpse found in canal
The dead body of a girl of five years of age was found Wednesday afternoon inside the Tulichek Canal, according to a report made by an official to the media.
Special Investigations Assistant Attorney General in Mexicali Coordinator David Lozano told reporters the corpse was located at Fraccionamiento Lomas Altas in southern Mexicali with several injuries caused by punches.
The official said the body was wrapped in a bathroom curtain, black plastic bags and gray tape.
The girl was tied to a toilet and a rock to avoid floating.
Lozano said the body might have been inside the canal for one or two days.
The official said no report has been made regarding a missing girl of her age.
Man arrested with knife
A 22-year-old man who allegedly brandished a knife to threaten a woman was arrested Wednesday afternoon, said the Municipal Public Safety Department.
Authorities said at 12:15 p.m. police officers arrived at Colonia Valle del Pedregal in southeastern Mexicali after receiving a report of domestic violence.
On scene, police agents observed a man who was later identified as Felipe “Doe” with a knife on one of his hands.
Police officers asked the suspect to leave the knife and the man complied with the command.
The 22-year-old woman told police officers the suspect threatened her with the weapon.
The suspect was transported to the police headquarters.
Dozens attend temporary shelter
A total of 47 residents have attended the temporary shelter opened by the City of Mexicali to avoid high temperatures.
Family Development Director María Romero said the Casa de la Cultura de la Juventud shelter opens from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Residents can get a shower, food and a bed to sleep while the weather reaches high temperatures.
The space is vital for homeless or who do not have an air conditioning unit at home, she said.
Attendants can also receive medical assistance at the shelter.
The place has capacity for up to 80 people, Romero said.
In case residents find someone who might need help they can dial the 066 hotline for police officers or firefighters transport those who require it.
