A police scandal has rocked Mexico City after a two-minute video showing two uniformed officers engaging in intimate behaviour inside a patrol car went viral on social media platform X. The footage, which quickly spread online, shows the patrol car’s lights still on as a male and female officer engage in sexual activity. At one point, the female officer can be seen covering her mouth with her hand, apparently trying to stifle sounds.
The incident has sparked outrage among netizens, with many criticising the officers for gross misconduct, abuse of public resources, and tarnishing the image of the police force. Some questioned their professionalism and discipline, pointing out that such behaviour during duty hours not only breaches ethical standards but also undermines public trust in law enforcement.
Authorities Respond Swiftly
Following the public backlash, the Mexico City Secretariat of Citizen Security (SSC) issued an official statement on 5 August, confirming that an administrative investigation has been launched. Both officers involved have been summoned to provide statements.
The SSC stressed that it has zero tolerance for actions that damage the integrity and reputation of the police force. The department pledged to take strict disciplinary action should any breach of regulations be confirmed.
Not the First of Its Kind
This is not the first time such an incident has occurred in Mexico. In 2021, a similar case in Ecatepec saw two officers caught on video engaging in sexual activity inside a patrol car during their shift. The footage, recorded by a passer-by, led to both being dismissed for “failing to comply with departmental regulations.”
The latest scandal has reignited discussions about the need for stricter supervision, stronger disciplinary enforcement, and better training to ensure police officers uphold the highest professional standards while on duty.
With the investigation ongoing, the SSC faces pressure to show that misconduct will not be tolerated — especially when it plays out so publicly in the age of social media.