17-Year-Old Injured in Shooting Attack in Colón

A 17-year-old male sustained multiple gunshot wounds early Sunday, July 12, while present in the 5 de Noviembre park in Colón City. The incident occurred as the teenager was reportedly walking through the area when he was ambushed by armed assailants.

Following the attack, the minor was transported to the Manuel Amador Guerrero Hospital. Authorities have stated he is currently out of danger. The National Police reported that their units responded swiftly to the scene, initiating operational actions that led to the discovery of a 9-millimeter firearm.

Sub-commissioner Carlos González of the Colón police zone confirmed the details of the shooting. He noted that the injured youth has a history of involvement in criminal activities. During subsequent operations on Sunday morning, police units, along with intelligence and Public Ministry officials, conducted searches in the Sabanitas sector. These efforts resulted in the apprehension of an individual found in possession of another firearm.

In a separate development in Villa del Caribe, a group of young people fled upon noticing the presence of police officers, abandoning a firearm at the scene. Investigations into these incidents are ongoing.

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In the early morning today, we had an incident where a minor aged 17 was injured. Immediately after this incident, our police units carried out operational actions at the scene and found a 9-millimeter firearm.