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Axe Ceremonia case: three companies and 7 people linked to the process after the death of photojournalists
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Axe Ceremonia case: three companies and 7 people linked to the process after the death of photojournalists

Three companies and seven individuals have been formally linked to the criminal process for their alleged involvement in the negligent homicide of photojournalists Berenice Giles and Miguel Ángel Rojas during the Axe Ceremonia 2025 festival. The investigation by the Attorney General’s Office of Mexico City identified multiple areas of responsibility related to venue management, event organization, and the setup of structures involved in the incident. Forensic findings indicated that the elevated platform that collapsed onto the victims was used for purposes for which it had not been designed. The implicated companies include La Agencia de los Socios, O.N. Producciones Creativas, and Operadora Eclectic, all associated with Grupo ECO or the administration of the Parque Bicentenario. Individuals named in the case held roles such as legal representatives, operations managers, production directors, and event producers. Family members of the victims expressed concerns that achieving justice remains a long road ahead.

A woman identified as María “N,” who served as the official in charge of Protection Civil during the AXE Ceremonia 2025 festival, has been formally charged with possible negligent homicide following the deaths of two photographers at the event. This decision came after a hearing lasting more than 20 hours, during which she was linked to the legal process but will remain free while her case proceeds. The incident occurred on April 5, 2025, when a decorative structure collapsed inside the Parque Bicentenario, killing photographers Berenice Giles and Miguel Ángel Rojas. As head of Protection Civil for the festival, María “N” was responsible for overseeing safety protocols within the venue. The investigation into the collapse has faced multiple delays over the past year due to legal challenges filed by former administrators of the park where the event took place. In addition to María “N,” seven other individuals and three companies have been charged with negligent homicide related to the incident. These include Operadora Eclectic, Agencia de los Socios, and ON Producciones Creativas. On October 15, 2026, a judge ordered an extension of the investigation period to three months to allow for further inquiries. Families of the deceased have alleged that one of the organizing companies, Grupo Eco, received a substantial payment from an insurance policy tied to the deaths of Giles and Rojas. The prosecution has already initiated criminal charges against three companies and eight individuals since September 1, 2025, though additional entities, including the administrator of Parque Bicentenario, are still under investigation regarding their potential role in the structural failure. The legal proceedings continue as authorities examine whether proper safety measures were followed during the festival’s planning and execution. The case highlights ongoing concerns about event security and accountability in large public gatherings.

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Animal Político logoAnimal PolíticoIndependentCenter10 hr. ago
Axe Ceremonia case: three companies and 7 people linked to the process after the death of photojournalists

Three companies and seven individuals have been formally linked to the criminal process for their alleged involvement in the negligent homicide of photojournalists Berenice Giles and Miguel Ángel Rojas during the Axe Ceremonia 2025 festival. The investigation by the Attorney General’s Office of Mexico City identified multiple areas of responsibility related to venue management, event organization, and the setup of structures involved in the incident. Forensic findings indicated that the elevated platform that collapsed onto the victims was used for purposes for which it had not been designed. The implicated companies include La Agencia de los Socios, O.N. Producciones Creativas, and Operadora Eclectic, all associated with Grupo ECO or the administration of the Parque Bicentenario. Individuals named in the case held roles such as legal representatives, operations managers, production directors, and event producers. Family members of the victims expressed concerns that achieving justice remains a long road ahead.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about legal proceedings involving private entities and individuals linked to a tragic event. It does not exhibit overtly biased language, one-sided sourcing, or editorializing. The focus is on the judicial process and forensic findings rather than taking a立场.

El Universal logoEl UniversalIndependentCenter16 hr. ago
7 people and 3 companies linked to trial over death of photographer in Axe Ceremony; accused face charges of culpable homicide

Seven individuals and three companies were formally linked to legal proceedings for the death of photographer Miguel Ángel Rojas during the Axe Ceremonia festival. The accused face charges of negligent homicide. This brings the total number of suspects in the case to 11, after another individual was previously linked to the process. The hearing, originally scheduled for last Sunday, extended into Tuesday morning, with the judge setting a three-month period for additional investigations. Among those implicated are the companies Operadora Eclectic, La Agencia de los Socios, and O.N. Producciones Creativas. The family of Miguel Ángel Rojas alleged that one of the organizers, Eco, had allegedly collected a large sum through insurance related to the deaths of Miguel Ángel Rojas and Berenice Giles during the event.

Bias read (Center): The article reports on legal proceedings involving individuals and companies linked to a fatal incident at a music festival. It presents factual information about the legal actions taken by authorities and includes claims made by the victim’s family. There is no evident ideological framing, loaded语言

La Jornada logoLa JornadaIndependentCenter18 hr. ago
A process, for case Axe Ceremonia, 7 people and 3 companies for culpable homicide of the photographer Miguel Ángel Rojas

A judge has ordered seven individuals and three companies into formal legal proceedings for negligent homicide related to the death of photojournalist Miguel Ángel Rojas during an event at the Parque Bicentenario in April 2025. The incident also resulted in the death of Berenice Giles. This brings the total number of people under investigation to 11. The case involves failures in safety protocols by Protección Civil and the installation of decorative structures at the Axe Ceremonia festival. The judge granted three months for further investigations by the capital’s prosecutors. Meanwhile, family members and friends of Miguel Ángel staged a protest outside the courthouse, alleging that Grupo Eco, one of the event organizers already under process, received a large insurance payout for the deaths.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about legal proceedings involving public officials and organizations responsible for safety protocols. It does not exhibit overtly biased language, one-sided sourcing, or omissions that would indicate a clear ideological lean. The framing remains neutral, rel

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