Bishop Ramón Castro Castro seeks justice for priest Román's murder

Bishop Ramón Castro Castro is calling on the Mexican government to ensure justice following the murder of Father Román. The priest served as the pastor of the Santa Cruz community in Huejutla de Reyes, located in northern Hidalgo.

Bishop Castro Castro, who serves as the bishop of Cuernavaca and president of the Mexican Episcopal Conference, expressed his grief over the killing. He asked the state to strengthen its ability to prevent, investigate, and prosecute crimes. He also requested that the government guarantee justice and assistance to victims while working to rebuild social structures. This request comes amid a period where several priests and laypeople have been killed in recent years.