Police chase in Río Hato ends with three arrested for weapons and drugs

A police pursuit in Río Hato, Coclé province, concluded with the arrest of three individuals suspected of involvement in illicit activities, including the possession of firearms and drugs.

The operation was initiated after the National Police received an alert suggesting that several individuals, possibly armed and carrying illegal substances, were staying at a hotel in the area. Upon the arrival of police officers, the suspects attempted to flee, triggering a chase.

“

Upon the arrival of the police agents, the suspects took to flight, which triggered a pursuit that ended with the apprehension of three people in the area.

The pursuit ended with the apprehension of the three suspects. According to Sub-commissioner María Gutiérrez, the incident occurred on Friday, May 29, when anti-gang units acted on confidential information. During their escape, the individuals reportedly discarded two cell phones in a remote area along the road to Platanal, presumably to destroy evidence.

Authorities successfully recovered the discarded cell phones, along with two vehicles allegedly connected to the suspects. The three arrested individuals have been handed over to the relevant authorities as investigations continue to determine their potential links to firearms and illicit substances.

“

During the escape, the individuals allegedly threw two cell phones in a lonely area on the road to Platanal, with the apparent intention of disposing of evidence.