Street Vendor's Plea for Justice After Years of Harassment

Tehuacán Street Vendor Assaulted, Seeks Justice A 23-year-old street vendor, Misael, from Tehuacán, Puebla, Mexico, is appealing for justice after being assaulted. He recently appeared before the Puebla Congress to share his story and request that his case not go unpunished. Misael stated, "The family that beat me has harassed me for four years." The attack left him with injuries requiring a neck brace, as seen in a video recording of his testimony. The video shows Misael calmly recounting the incident, highlighting the ongoing harassment he and his family have endured. He expressed his hope that the perpetrators will be held accountable for their actions. The Puebla Congress is currently reviewing his case. This incident underscores the ongoing issue of violence against street vendors in Mexico and the need for stronger protection and justice for vulnerable members of society.