Security report from Barranquilla: Three people killed due to intolerance during the Mother's Day celebrations.

News: Police report the capture of a suspect known as 'Young' with a large arsenal, and the arrest of 166 people for behaviors that disrupt public order. Police conducted preventative operations in the neighborhoods of Barranquilla to promote coexistence and prevent cases of domestic violence. Photo: Police. REPORTER May 11, 2026, 10:07 AM Updated: May 11, 2026, 10:07 AM During the celebration of Mother's Day in Barranquilla and its metropolitan area, the commander of the Metropolitan Police, General Miguel Andrés Camelo, reported three deaths in incidents related to fights and intolerance. Despite the deployment of preventative campaigns by the authorities, the weekend was marred by these episodes of violence, in addition to numerous transfers to the Public Order and Justice Unit (UCJ) and the closure of commercial establishments for non-compliance with current regulations. Fights and operations during the holiday. In statements to Emisora Atlántico, General Camelo detailed that the deployed force transferred 166 people to the UCJ due to behaviors that put the safety of citizens at risk. General Miguel Andrés Camelo Sánchez, commander of the Metropolitan Police of Barranquilla. Photo: Police. Furthermore, authorities temporarily closed 19 commercial establishments that did not meet the legal or coexistence requirements to operate during the holiday. The senior officer deeply regretted that the celebrations ended in tragedy for three families, urging the community once again to seek peaceful channels for conflict resolution and to avoid personal differences escalating into physical confrontations with fatal consequences. Capture of 'Young' and seizure of arsenal. In a parallel operation against criminal structures, the Metropolitan Police confirmed the capture of a suspect known as 'Young'. At the time of his arrest, authorities seized a significant amount of military and financial material that weakens the operations of criminal groups in the region. The seizure consisted of nine firearms of various calibers, in addition to 18 million pesos in cash and an additional sum in US dollars. Nine industrial firearms, including pistols and revolvers, were found by the authorities. Photo: Police. Following this significant blow, General Camelo stated that the institution does not rule out that the seized arsenal was intended to strengthen the logistical capabilities of criminal organizations present in the department of Atlántico. Judicial investigations are already underway to determine the origin of the money and the intended use of the weapons, seeking to dismantle the support networks of these structures. Authorities reiterated their commitment to maintaining constant operations to guarantee public order in the city. You might be interested in: You might be interested in: Photo: Follow all the information from Colombia on Facebook and Twitter, or in our weekly newsletter. NEWSLETTERS Subscribe to our newsletters and receive news in your email according to your interests. Stay informed with what really matters to you. EL TIEMPO GOOGLE NEWS Follow us on GOOGLE NEWS. Stay always updated with the latest news, coverage, stories, and analysis directly on Google News. EL TIEMPO WHATSAPP Join the El Tiempo channel on WhatsApp to stay up-to-date with the most relevant news at the moment. EL TIEMPO APP Stay informed with the EL TIEMPO app. Receive the latest news, coverage, stories, and analysis directly on your device. SUBSCRIBE TO DIGITAL Reliable information for you. Subscribe to EL TIEMPO and access our journalistic content without limits.