Mexico City, December 11, 2025 – The northwest access to Politécnico Metro Station, located on Line 5 of the Mexico City Collective Transportation System (STC) Metro, was temporarily closed this evening. The closure, which commenced around 7:36 PM CST, was a direct consequence of an altercation that occurred outside the station premises.
Metro Director Confirms Temporary Closure
Adrián Rubalcava, Director General of the Mexico City Metro, officially announced the temporary closure via the social media platform X. He specified that the measure was temporary and exclusively affected the northwest entrance to the Politécnico station.
Rubalcava’s statement read: “Important Notice – Line 5: The northwest access to Politécnico station on Line 5 of the @MetroCDMX is currently temporarily closed due to an altercation outside. Metro Security personnel are safeguarding the facilities and assisting with the flow of users.”
Security Measures and User Guidance
Following the incident, Metro Security personnel were deployed to the station to ensure the safety of the facilities and to manage passenger flow. Users were advised to utilize alternative entrances to the station and to comply with all instructions provided by Metro staff.
The temporary closure aimed to mitigate any potential risks to passengers and to allow authorities to address the situation outside the station effectively. The duration of the closure was not immediately specified, but it was emphasized that it was a temporary measure.
Impact on Commuters and Alternative Routes
While the closure was limited to a single access point, it undoubtedly caused some inconvenience for commuters using the Politécnico station. The Metro administration’s recommendation to use alternative accesses was crucial for maintaining service continuity for the majority of passengers.
The incident at Politécnico station highlights the ongoing efforts by Metro authorities to ensure passenger safety and operational efficiency, even in the face of external disruptions. The quick response and clear communication from the Metro General Director were instrumental in managing the situation.
Broader Context of Metro Operations
This event comes amidst ongoing efforts to enhance security and service quality across the Mexico City Metro network. Incidents such as these, while disruptive, are often met with swift action to minimize impact on the millions of daily commuters.
Authorities continue to investigate the details of the altercation that led to the access closure. Further updates are expected as the situation develops and the access point is reopened to the public.
