Chile: Crime, Violence, and Disruptionactive

A 14-year-old boy died this Friday after falling into the sea while engaging in recreational fishing activities in the Cachagua area, in the Zapallar municipality, in the Petorca province. According to information provided by the National Emergency Management Agency (Senapred) and the Provincial Presidential Delegation of Petorca, the teenager was with family members in a rocky area located between Playa Los Coirones and Playa Las Cujas when he fell into the sea and disappeared. The emergency mobilized teams from the Zapallar Fire Department, municipal public safety personnel, local fishermen from the municipality, and personnel from the Chilean Navy, who initiated search operations along the coastline. Sub-Lieutenant Vicente Mardones, officer on duty at the Port Captaincy of Quintero, explained that the alert was received around 4:00 PM through the maritime emergency number 137. "We received a call from the Zapallar public safety center reporting that a minor, approximately 14 years old, had fallen into the sea while fishing in the rocky area of Playa Las Cujas," he said. Following the alert, the Navy deployed various maritime and land-based resources to support the emergency response. According to Mardones, the participating units included the Defender maritime patrol vessel, the Quintero general service boat, a naval helicopter, and land patrols belonging to the Maritime Governorate of Valparaíso and the Port Captaincy of Quintero.

Following a report and subsequent arrest for carrying weapons and drugs near the Duoc UC campus in Maipú, an 18-year-old man has been placed under pre-trial detention. This decision was made by the Santiago Guarantee Court after he was formally charged with violating the Weapons Law. The incident occurred around 6:15 PM last Friday, October 8th, after security personnel at the educational institution reported that the young man was carrying a firearm and was engaged in the sale of illicit substances. Police officers from the Criminal Investigation Section (SIP) of the Maipú Police Precinct then responded to the scene. The suspect attempted to flee, but police officers managed to apprehend him outside the Duoc UC campus. During a search of the young man's belongings, officers discovered a replica firearm and 12-gauge shotgun cartridges.

The Public Prosecutor's Office in Quellón conducted investigative procedures following a fire that occurred early Saturday morning, resulting in the deaths of two people in the municipality of Quellón, in the Los Lagos region. The Public Prosecutor's Office reported that while there are preliminary indications regarding the identities of the victims, they clarified that the formal identification "must be scientifically confirmed in the coming days by the Forensic Medical Service (SML)." According to the Public Prosecutor's Office, the fire affected a residential building located near the Rucalín alley, where volunteer firefighters found the bodies of two people inside the property. In response, the Public Prosecutor's Office deployed specialized teams to determine the cause of the fire. "Personnel from the Criminalistics Laboratory of the Carabineros (Labocar) in Puerto Montt, as well as from the Police Investigation Section (SIP) of the Sixth Police Station in Quellón, were dispatched," said prosecutor Fabián Fernández. The investigative procedures aim to establish the origin and underlying cause of the fire. Furthermore, experts are working to collect scientific and investigative evidence to reconstruct the exact circumstances in which the emergency occurred.

A 18-year-old man was arrested this Friday afternoon after security personnel at the Duoc UC campus in Maipú reported that he was carrying a weapon – apparently a firearm – and selling drugs in the vicinity of the educational institution. According to information from the Carabineros (Chilean police), the incident occurred around 6:15 PM at the campus located at the intersection of Avenida Esquina Blanca and Primera Transversal. There, security personnel noticed the individual, who drew attention due to his clothing and, in addition, because they observed him selling illicit substances and carrying a firearm. As a result, officers from the Police Investigation Section (SIP) of the Carabineros, from the 29th Police Station in Maipú, responded to the scene. The man attempted to evade the police, fleeing, but after a short chase, he was apprehended by the officers and subsequently taken to the police station. A search of his belongings revealed a replica firearm and 12-gauge shotgun cartridges. The detainee has no prior criminal record and has been turned over to the Public Prosecutor's Office.

The Regional Prosecutor's Office of Los Lagos announced this afternoon that it has filed charges against the former mayor of Puerto Montt, Gervoy Paredes, who is accused of corruption-related offenses. The prosecution is seeking a prison sentence of 14 years for him. This is part of the case known as "Municipalidad de Puerto Montt," which involves seven other defendants, including Albán Mancilla, the former head of the Municipal Department of Education Administration (Daem). The prosecution is seeking more than 12 years of imprisonment for Mancilla. Regarding the charges, prosecutor Marco Muñoz explained that the indictment was filed against 8 defendants for various crimes committed within the municipality and the Daem, including unjustified enrichment of public officials, repeated tax fraud, bribery, extortion, and money laundering. Concerning the alleged tax fraud, the prosecutor stated that "they caused a fiscal loss of more than $500 million, related to funds from the Preferential School Subsidy (SEP)," which were "intended to improve the equity and quality of education for disadvantaged young people from the most vulnerable segment of the population." Prosecutor Muñoz emphasized that "the indictment is based on more than 3,000 pieces of evidence collected during the investigation, including witnesses, expert testimonies, documents, evidence, and other forms of proof, which form the basis of the evidence used..."

The incident involved a 58-year-old former police officer who, at the time of the attack, was working as a driver for a ride-sharing app. The violent robbery occurred on May 1st in the municipality of Maipú, when a man and a woman pretended to be passengers, intimidating him with knives before attacking him. It was then that the former officer, after managing to escape the robbery, drew his weapon and fired at one of the criminals.

A violent robbery occurred on Monday night in the municipality of Providencia, after a driver was shot while resisting the theft of his vehicle in a public street. The incident occurred around 10:00 PM on Eduardo Munita Quiroga Street, where a man was driving a station wagon when he was intercepted by a group of armed criminals. According to Captain Nicolás Painepi, an officer from the Carabineros (Chilean police) Eastern patrol unit, police personnel arrived at the scene and immediately provided assistance to the victim. "He had a gunshot wound to the abdomen, approximately at the level of his armpit, which was considered serious," he explained. Later, he was stabilized by SAMU (emergency medical services) personnel and transported to the Indisa Clinic, where he is currently out of life-threatening danger. According to preliminary information, the victim was approached by two or three armed individuals. "They were carrying firearms, both pistols and long guns, and when the victim resisted the crime, they fired a shot directly at him, approximately at the level of his abdomen," Painepi said. The Carabineros captain added that the attack was direct: "Once the victim had gotten out of the car, he continued to resist the theft of his vehicle, and one of the individuals fired a shot directly at his body." Furthermore, he indicated that at least two of the criminals were armed, one with a pistol and the other with a long gun, specifically a Uzi submachine gun.

Around 9:30 AM this Monday, the Santiago Metro announced the closure of three stations on Line 1. The affected stations were San Pablo, Neptuno, and Pajaritos. Consequently, service was only operating between the Las Rejas and Los Dominicos stations. In addition, at 9:46 AM, the Metro stated that trains would not be stopping at the Manuel Montt station in the direction of San Pablo, due to a "health-related procedure." Service was restored to normal at 10:00 AM; however, the Metro clarified that "it may take a few minutes for the frequency of trains to return to normal." Meanwhile, trains continued to bypass the Manuel Montt station in the previously mentioned direction. In response to this situation, support buses from the RED system were deployed alongside Line 1. Furthermore, the following routes were reinforced: Routes 486 and J18 to Lo Prado Metro station and Las Rejas Metro station. Routes J04 and J15c to Las Rejas Metro station. 🔴#MetroAlert L1 @metrodesantiago Service suspended between San Pablo and Las Rejas stations. 🚍 #MetroSupport buses operating parallel to L1 in a loop in that section. ✅ Additionally, we have reinforced the following routes: 486 and J18 to (M) Lo Prado and (M) Las Rejas, and routes J04 and J15c to… pic.twitter.com/crcnWccTQf — Red Movilidad (@Red_Movilidad) May 4, 2026

During a road patrol in the municipality of Petorca, located in the Valparaíso Region, police officers (Carabineros) seized a large quantity of smuggled cigarettes. The incident occurred on Saturday, May 2nd, when police officers stopped a vehicle carrying 836,000 packs of cigarettes, valued at approximately 1.6 billion pesos. "This is a significant blow to the smuggling of cigarettes, which, along with drugs, are the main sources of income for illicit trade. That's why this operation by the police is so important in combating criminals," said Manuel Millones, the regional presidential delegate of Valparaíso. Furthermore, the regional authority congratulated, on behalf of the government, the police units that participated in the operation, which was the result of a police investigation.

Three people had to be rescued after a structural fire broke out this Saturday in the center of Valparaíso, specifically in a building located at the intersection of Edwards and Independencia streets, near Plaza Victoria. The fire, which started around 5:00 PM, was initially fought by ten fire trucks and three support vehicles, according to the Valparaíso Fire Department, which also reported traffic disruptions in the area on its X account. 🚒 We are working with 10 fire trucks and three support vehicles to combat the structural fire declared in the center of #Valparaíso, at the intersection of Independencia and Edwards streets. 👮🏻‍♀️ Traffic disruptions in the area: [link] — Valparaíso Fire Department (@CBV1851) May 2, 2026 As night fell, when the fire had been brought under control, Patricio Lara, the second-in-command of the Valparaíso Fire Department, provided details about the operation, stating that a total of 12 companies responded to the scene and three people were evacuated. "The first units to arrive at the scene were able to rescue three people who were on the upper floors, mainly the third floor, as the building is a mixed-use structure, with a commercial establishment on the first floor. The second, third, and fourth floors appear to be used for residential or lodging purposes," Lara reported at a press conference.

A robbery using the "drilling" technique was discovered at a bicycle store located in the Costanera Center shopping mall, in the Providencia district, after police officers responded to the scene following the activation of an alarm during the early morning hours. According to Captain Jessica González, a police patrol officer, upon arriving at the Trek store, officers confirmed that unknown individuals had entered the premises through a hole drilled in a wall adjacent to a hallway in the mall. "Police officers responded to this store due to an alarm activation. Upon arriving at the scene, they confirmed that there was a hole in the wall next to the store, through which unknown individuals had entered to steal merchandise," the officer explained. The alert was reported by the store manager, who received a notification on his cell phone from the establishment's security system. Through the internal cameras, he observed the presence of at least two people inside the store, which prompted him to call the emergency number 133. The affected store specializes in the sale of bicycles and accessories, and the perpetrators are believed to have stolen primarily smaller items, such as sports equipment and clothing. "The assessment of the damages will be presented to the Public Prosecutor's Office, as they must first verify the complete inventory," the statement concluded.

The leader called for the commemorative activities of May 1st to take place peacefully. "Let that great march be a peaceful march," he said, "and I also urge everyone to isolate those who resort to violence."

Police officers apprehended a man who, while attempting to evade a police checkpoint, nearly hit pedestrians while driving a vehicle that had been stolen in the Ñuñoa district. Officers from the 42nd Mobile Patrol and Police Intervention Unit of the Carabineros (Chilean police) successfully arrested the individual who was driving a high-end car that had been stolen just 24 hours earlier during a violent robbery. The operation took place around 1:10 PM this Wednesday, when a patrol unit was conducting preventative patrols in the Arquén passage in La Pintana. As they approached the intersection with General Arriagada Street, the officers noticed that the driver of an Infiniti QX30 accelerated to try to escape upon noticing the police presence. At high speed, the individual began weaving through traffic, even driving in the wrong direction, putting the lives of pedestrians and other motorists at imminent risk. The uniformed police officers decided to initiate a controlled pursuit from a distance, which extended to San Miguel Street. Cornered, the suspect stopped the vehicle and abandoned it in an attempt to escape on foot. However, the police officers were able to subdue him and take him into custody. At the 41st Police Station in La Pintana, it was confirmed that the detainee was an 18-year-old Chilean national with a significant criminal record. "At the time of his arrest, the suspect had two outstanding arrest warrants..."

Just as the Carabineros institution is about to celebrate its 99th anniversary, a series of concerning reports have emerged, particularly regarding the composition of the police force. The staff has shown a tendency to stagnate over time, and projections indicate that the number of officers, especially those on patrol, will likely decrease in the future. Comparing the staffing levels projected for 2025 with those expected for this year, it is observed that the institution remains around 56,000 personnel. However, looking at the data from 2019, it is evident that approximately 3,000 personnel have been lost. The greatest concern lies with the operational Carabineros, or those working on the streets. While there were nearly 42,000 such officers in 2020, the number has been declining, and it is estimated that this year it will slightly exceed 38,000. It is not surprising that the majority of the more than 12,000 vacant positions within the Carabineros are for these types of officers. A relevant question is whether Chile has a police force that meets international standards. A study by AthenaLab indicated that in the first half of 2022, Chile had 230 officers per 100,000 inhabitants, a figure that, while placing the country above the minimum recommended by the United Nations (180 per 100,000 inhabitants)…

A tragic fire broke out on Monday night in the municipality of Quellón, resulting in three fatalities. The flames completely destroyed two homes in the southern part of Chiloé Island, in the Los Lagos region. The fire started around 9:30 PM near the intersection of Ignacio Carrera Pinto and Doctor Ahues, spreading rapidly due to the conditions in the area and the proximity of the affected structures. The magnitude of the disaster required a large deployment of volunteer firefighters, who worked tirelessly to prevent the flames from reaching an adjacent church. After hours of fighting the blaze, and once the emergency was under control, rescue teams began clearing debris, at which point the bodies of three people were found inside the damaged buildings. This was confirmed by Captain Sebastián Undurraga of the Sixth Carabineros Police Station, according to the news outlet El Insular. So far, the identities of the victims have not been released by the authorities. In addition, it was reported that a fourth person suffered burns and had to be assisted on the scene before being transported to a medical facility for treatment. The details of the case have been provided to the Public Prosecutor's Office by Carabineros personnel, with the aim of clarifying the causes of the fire.

This Monday morning, President José Antonio Kast visited the Police Academy to preside over the ceremony marking the 99th anniversary of the uniformed police force. At the academy, located in Providencia, the highest authority received honors from hundreds of officers representing various branches of the police who were participating in the commemoration. Beyond celebrating another anniversary of the institution, headed by Director General Marcelo Araya, there is particular concern within the government regarding the number of officers in the uniformed police force. According to figures obtained by La Tercera, in 2025, the institution comprised a total of 56,068 officers, while this year, it is projected to end with 56,509. Regardless of the figures, what is causing particular concern for the executive branch is that this number has been declining since 2019. In that year, the institution had 59,894 officers, meaning that in just seven years, the uniformed police force has lost more than three thousand officers. The government's concern is even greater regarding the police officers who are actually engaged in operational duties, that is, "on the streets." This is because, since 2019 to this year, 4,600 officers dedicated to "order and security" duties have been allowed to retire, as well as a decrease in the number of officers undergoing training. The above illustrates...

Following the announcements made on Monday by President José Antonio Kast, the Undersecretary of Security, Andrés Jouannet, provided further details regarding the support that will be provided to the Carabineros (Chilean police). "The President explained three fundamental things. First, we will be improving the conditions, primarily for the Carabineros themselves or for the families of Carabineros who have tragically been killed in the line of duty," he began, speaking from La Moneda (the presidential palace). He added: "Second, this also applies to Carabineros who have been involved in accidents while on duty. And third, a financial recognition will be provided to all Carabineros in service for the work they do." "A third crucial point is to work on improving the training schools. We have a real shortage of Carabineros, and we are losing a thousand officers annually, which is a figure known to all of you," the Undersecretary concluded. The package of measures was presented this morning by the President during his speech delivered at the Carabineros Training School in Providencia, as part of the institution's 99th anniversary celebrations.

Following a fight involving knives between two individuals in San Bernardo, one of them died at the medical center where both were admitted. At 7:15 AM this Sunday, a hospital employee at El Pino Hospital reported via radio that the two injured men had arrived at the facility. Due to the severity of their injuries, one of them died at the medical center. When relatives of the victim arrived, they identified the deceased as an adult male with a criminal record, who was Chilean. They also stated that both injured individuals had attacked each other. Based on this information, police officers apprehended the second individual involved in the altercation inside the hospital. The detainee is currently awaiting medical attention, and the police are following instructions from the Public Prosecutor's Office. The incident was verified by the Maipo patrol officer. DEVELOPING STORY...

Personnel from the 5th Police Station of Carabineros in Puerto Montt arrested two men and one woman, all adults and students at an educational institution in the capital of the Los Lagos region, after they were found with weapons inside the premises. This Friday morning, police officers conducted a search inside the "Marítimo Bosque Nativo" Agricultural and Technical High School, located at Avenida El Tepual 1120, Puerto Montt, after receiving information about the possible presence of a firearm at the school. Upon arrival, uniformed officers entered a classroom accompanied by teachers, who identified a student who was in possession of a handgun. The student voluntarily surrendered the weapon to the Carabineros. Subsequently, during a routine inspection by school staff, a second student was found to be carrying another handgun in his backpack, which was also handed over to the police. Both students were arrested for violating the Firearms Control Law. According to police information, one of them has a prior criminal record for theft, but there are no outstanding arrest warrants. Furthermore, teachers reported finding a sharp object, specifically a type of letter opener, in the possession of a female student from the same class, who was also arrested for carrying the item. All three were turned over to the Public Prosecutor's Office, while the weapons were seized for forensic examination. [The text ends abruptly here.]

Reading Festival at La Moneda Cultural Center Thursday, April 23rd was World Book Day, and as with every commemorative date, everyone seems, in one way or another, compelled to celebrate it. The La Moneda Cultural Center, in partnership with the Malba in Buenos Aires, will not miss this opportunity, and its third Reading Festival will feature various workshops, talks by writers such as Diego Zúñiga, live storytelling, spaces for reading, and even a poetry orchestra. Address: La Moneda Cultural Center (Plaza de la Ciudadanía 26, Santiago) Time: Saturday, 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM Admission: Free Flavors of the World in Patronato Why spend millions traveling the world when, with just a few hours spent in the narrow streets of Patronato, you can experience Korea, the Middle East, or Peru without spending more than the cost of a plate of dobpap, a portion of tabbouleh, or a causa? To enhance this experience, the neighborhood will be hosting its first "Sabor Fest," where the best restaurants in the area will gather in just a couple of blocks. Address: Calle Río de Janeiro (between Sta Filomena and Eusebio Lillo, Recoleta) Time: Saturday, 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM Admission: Free Fabrics, Food, and Live Music with Cristóbal Briceño The Las Telas neighborhood, although fewer people now make their own clothes, continues to thrive with its offerings and quality materials in the neoclassical mansions of Independencia. This vibrancy will be on display at their third market in the charming Beltrán Mathieu passageway, where, in addition to local businesses, there will be music and…

Throughout this Friday, and "until further notice," there will be a complete closure to traffic at the Departamental crossing, located under the Gran Avenida José Miguel Carrera in San Miguel. According to reports from "Transporte Informa," this situation is due to the protocol for assessing the damage caused by a truck that became stuck at the location on Thursday. This morning, work was scheduled to inspect the damaged beam caused by the machine's container. Traffic is being diverted to alternative routes. The truck driver, disregarding the signage, attempted to pass without respecting the maximum height allowed.

A 15-year-old boy, who sustained serious injuries while fleeing from police officers after attempting to rob a food delivery truck in Maipú, tragically died this afternoon at the former Central Posta facility. Meanwhile, a second teenager, 17 years old and of Ecuadorian nationality, remains in critical condition at the hospital, and his situation is considered life-threatening. The incident began around 12:45 PM when officers from the 44th Carabineros precinct in Lo Prado responded to a call for help on Avenida Cuatro Poniente, near the intersection with Eduardo Frei Montalva. Upon arrival, they found a group of armed individuals attempting to rob a truck carrying merchandise. The police officers confronted the criminals, using their service weapons. In addition, patrol units and aerial support from the Air Prefecture were deployed. The prosecutor in charge of immediate proceedings for the Western district, Juan Carlos Hidalgo, explained that the assailants were repelled by officers from the Police Investigation Section (SIP) of Lo Prado, who responded to the call because they were in the area. Two of the four individuals – who were in a car reported as stolen – fled on foot, and one of them was apprehended without sustaining any injuries. However, the other two fled in the vehicle, but a short distance later, they crashed into a tree, resulting in injuries…

Throughout Thursday, at least, traffic will remain suspended in both directions under the overpass at the intersection of Departamental and Gran Avenida in San Miguel, due to a truck that became stuck while attempting to pass. The truck's container collided with the lower part of the overpass. The damage to the structure needs to be assessed, according to the Transporte Informa platform. Commander Erich Anfossy, of the Carabineros (police) Prefectura Santiago Sur, stated that the incident occurred around 11:30 AM, when the cargo truck, driven by a 63-year-old man, became stuck after exceeding the authorized height for passing through the area. "We have already implemented traffic diversions along Departamental Avenue and are working to resolve this issue," the officer said. The driver fled the scene. The individual has been identified and holds a valid driver's license. "We are taking steps to locate the driver, and the Public Prosecutor's Office is being informed about the damages, as there is structural damage to the bridge. Representatives from the Ministry of Public Works need to come and assess the damage," Commander Anfossy concluded. Efforts are underway to lower the height of the truck and remove it. Subsequently, professional personnel from the Ministry of Public Works will need to assess the damage to the bridge. The work could take several days.

Two individuals were arrested on Wednesday night after being discovered attempting to rob the MidMall shopping center in the Maipú district. The incident occurred around 10:00 PM, when a group of individuals entered the restrooms of the shopping center, carrying various tools with the intention of breaking through the wall and gaining access to a perfume store located on one side. The noise caused by the destruction of the tiles alerted the security guards, who in turn notified the police about the unusual sounds. The guards then blocked the exits of the restroom, keeping the individuals inside. Upon arriving at the scene, police officers arrested the two individuals, who were found to be carrying various tools and ski masks. The detainees are a 19-year-old man and a 16-year-old minor, both with prior criminal records.

On Wednesday night, two commercial airplanes collided on the runway at Santiago Airport, in the municipality of Pudahuel. According to information gathered, both aircraft – one from LATAM and the other from Aerolíneas Argentinas – were preparing for takeoff, one bound for Brazil. However, the collision forced the evacuation of passengers to the airport terminal and the rescheduling of flights. According to one of the passengers, one of the airplanes struck the other with its wing, hitting the rear of the other aircraft, as reported by Radio ADN. The incident was later confirmed by the Directorate General of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC), which stated that no passengers were injured. According to the agency, the collision occurred "between a B737 aircraft from Aerolíneas Argentinas and an A321 aircraft from LATAM." Furthermore, they confirmed that they would be deploying personnel to begin the investigations into the incident. 📍 #Santiago | We are reporting an incident that occurred at Arturo Merino Benítez Airport, involving a B737 aircraft from Aerolíneas Argentinas and an A321 aircraft from LATAM, with no injuries. The @DGACChile will conduct the corresponding investigation. Passengers have been disembarked and will be rebooked. pic.twitter.com/VPYIk5w69S — DGAC Chile (@DGACChile) April 23, 2026

This weekend marks the arrival of a new edition of the Santiago Marathon, an event for which a contingency plan has been prepared to manage the movement of participants in the streets of the capital. Presented as the largest sporting event in Chile, this sporting event will bring together runners this Sunday, April 26th. The event will take place across three distances: the 42K Marathon, the 21K Half Marathon, and the 10K Race. In this regard, the contingency plan prepared for the weekend was recently announced. It includes the implementation of street closures, traffic diversions for public transportation, and a modified operating schedule for the subway system. Please review the details below. Traffic Diversions Changes to traffic patterns due to the Santiago Marathon 2026 will begin on Friday, April 24th, and Saturday, April 25th, in areas surrounding the finish line in front of the Palacio de La Moneda, with the aim of preparing the facilities and structures related to the event. On Sunday, April 26th, starting at 6:00 AM, motorized vehicle traffic will be prohibited on the sections of road used for the race routes, with Avenida Alameda Bernardo O'Higgins serving as the central axis, as announced by Gonzalo Cuevas, the Regional Secretary of Transportation and Telecommunications. It was also announced that the CicloRecreoVía will be suspended throughout Santiago on Sunday. Below is a map of the street closures and traffic diversions…

This Wednesday, the formal arraignment of the 16-year-old student who was arrested yesterday at the Arturo Alessandri Palma high school in Providencia took place. He was apprehended after exiting a bathroom in the school wearing a white jumpsuit and lighting a flare. In addition to the above, police officers who searched his backpack found 19 bottles with wicks, but without any accelerant. The Public Prosecutor's Office charged him with the crime of possessing devices for causing fires, as stipulated in Article 481 of the Penal Code. Although the court accepted the arraignment, it did not grant the request to impose a precautionary measure of house arrest. However, the court did impose a series of measures against him. In addition to being prohibited from approaching the school and those involved in his arrest, he is also under the supervision of the National Reintegration Service. The court set a deadline of 90 days for the investigation. During Tuesday's proceedings, the mayor of Providencia, Jaime Bellolio, shared more details about this student, who had already been expelled from two other prestigious high schools: the José Victorino Lastarria and the Liceo de Aplicación. "This is a very telling case, because it shows this true game of musical chairs of violence," Bellolio emphasized.

This Monday afternoon, an adult man, whose identity has not yet been confirmed, died after being shot with a shotgun in the abdomen inside a mechanic's shop in the Cerro Navia district. According to preliminary information from the Carabineros (Chilean police), the attacker is believed to be the owner of the shop, who opened fire with a shotgun shortly after having an argument with the victim. The incident occurred a few minutes before 4:00 PM, when uniformed police officers received a call reporting an injured person with a gunshot wound in front of a house on Salvador Gutiérrez Street. However, upon arrival, police officers discovered that the man was inside the workshop. Subsequently, personnel from the SAMU (emergency medical service) confirmed the victim's death. Initial investigations revealed that the deceased had allegedly threatened the owner's family, which led to an argument. The victim then left the premises. However, the man returned to the establishment carrying a metal object, with which he attacked the owner, identified as R. I. A. M. In response, the owner took a shotgun and shot the man in the stomach, causing his death. Regarding the cause of the attack, Captain Nicolás Wladimiro, of the 45th Police Station in Cerro Navia, reported that "apparently, the deceased had followed, for reasons that are being investigated, the daughter..."

A growing concern exists in the Valparaíso region following a sharp increase in reports of threats of shootings at educational institutions. This phenomenon has raised alarms among authorities and has led to the deployment of police resources in multiple locations. Regarding this, the regional prosecutor of Valparaíso, Claudia Perivancich, confirmed that at least 232 reports have been recorded since March 23rd to last Friday, April 17th, indicating an escalation that has put a strain on the criminal justice system. "We have received a significant number of reports since these incidents began. We have recorded 232, likely as of Friday, April 17th, and, of course, like all citizens, we are concerned because these reports trigger the criminal investigation system," the prosecutor stated. Reports that trigger immediate protocols According to the regional head of the Public Ministry, each alert – regardless of its veracity – must be treated as a potentially serious situation, which requires an immediate response from the authorities. "We receive these reports from the police, often due to the imminent risk of an attack. Immediate instructions must be received from the investigative and immediate action teams, and therefore, police presence is activated," she explained. In this context, she commented that...

The growth of electronic waste has ceased to be a mere trend and has become a structural problem. Globally, over 62 million tons of e-waste are generated each year, according to the 2024 Global E-waste Report by the United Nations, a figure that is growing at a rate three times faster than other types of waste. Chile is not immune to this phenomenon. Currently, the country produces approximately 11 kilograms per person, which places it among the countries that generate the most of this type of waste in the region. Projections indicate that this figure could increase to 14 kilograms per capita by 2027, with 45% coming from small devices, such as cell phones. Furthermore, it is estimated that each household accumulates around 40 electronic devices. The challenge lies not only in the volume but also in its management: in Chile, only about 3.2% of this waste is formally collected, which highlights a significant gap in infrastructure and access to recycling points. The focus is precisely on addressing this gap: the lack of simple and accessible alternatives for the proper disposal of this waste. According to data from Fundación Chile, the increase in e-waste in the country will be primarily driven by smaller devices, which are also the most common and often end up forgotten in drawers or discarded without proper treatment. In this context, WOM launched a recycling network...

A robbery attempt occurred in Maipú when an individual, after becoming involved in a scuffle with a young man who was in the house, failed to carry out his plan to steal items. The incident occurred around 9:40 PM last Saturday, when a man attempted to rob a house where a minor was alone. The young man noticed the individual's presence and went to the kitchen, where he grabbed a knife to defend himself. It was then that the criminal attacked him, causing an injury to his forearm. "During the struggle, the criminal also sustained an injury to his throat. After this attempt was thwarted, the individual fled the house," explained Lieutenant Juan Carlos Letelier Bravo, a patrol officer from the Santiago Rinconada precinct. Subsequently, the young man was assisted and transported to the High-Resolution Primary Emergency Care Center (SAR) Michelle Bachelet to receive medical attention. He is conscious and not in life-threatening condition. "We will be implementing other programs to provide him with psychological support, to help him cope with this type of situation, which is not normal for a young person of that age," the lieutenant stated. Arrest of the Criminal Around 10:00 PM, an individual with the same characteristics as the perpetrator arrived at the Hospital del Carmen: a puncture wound on his neck and the same clothing. In response, the Ministry...

The Universidad Católica del Norte (UCN) has decided to completely modify its academic and administrative activities at its Antofagasta campus after detecting a threat within the campus, which, according to the message, could be carried out this Monday, April 20th. According to an official statement from the university's administration, the warning was found on Friday, April 17th, written on a university building, which immediately triggered the institution's security protocols. As a precautionary measure, the university has determined that all teaching activities on Monday will be conducted virtually, while exams may be rescheduled or administered remotely, as determined by each academic department. At the same time, administrative functions will also be carried out remotely, with the aim of minimizing the presence of people on campus. "This decision is in accordance with the institution's security protocols, which prioritize the safety of people above all else," the university stated. Ongoing Investigation Following the discovery of the message, the institution notified the Carabineros (Chilean police), whose officers went to the scene to assess the situation and file a report. The Public Prosecutor's Office will be responsible for determining the next steps in the investigation. The UCN emphasized that all possible measures will be taken...

Following his formal arraignment at the San Bernardo Guarantee Court, the alleged main perpetrator of the attack on Mayor Christopher White was placed under house arrest at night, subject to a national travel ban, and prohibited from approaching the victim. Despite the prosecution's request for pre-trial detention for the 30-year-old man, the court determined a less restrictive precautionary measure. The investigation period has been set at 90 days. The incident occurred last Wednesday, the 15th, at the intersection of San Lorenzo Street and Juan Pablo II Avenue, when a group of municipal officials from San Bernardo were conducting an operation to remove debris. At that point, the group was attacked with stones by a group of unidentified individuals who were operating as illegal mechanics in the area and were attempting to obstruct the operation. The mayor and a municipal cameraman were injured, and some windows of municipal vehicles were also damaged.

The National Customs Service is making progress in training a new generation of canine units specialized in detecting illicit substances at the Los Andes Canine Training School. According to the institution, between 2020 and 2025, these units, along with other technologies, have contributed to operations that resulted in the seizure of 1.6 tons of traditional drugs, such as cocaine and marijuana, as well as more than 330 doses of synthetic drugs. Furthermore, seizures of 962 kilograms of traditional drugs and over 1,500 units of synthetic substances were achieved solely based on alerts from the dogs' sense of smell. During their training, the dogs develop the ability to detect a wide range of scents, including drugs, weapons, tobacco, and, more recently, currency. Currently, there are 22 canine units, consisting of a dog and a Customs officer, deployed from Arica to Punta Arenas. Kareem Núñez, head of the National Drug Department, stated that they are "an integral part of the team." "They have been able to make significant detections across the country, such as the case we had in the city of Arica, where we found wood impregnated with illicit substances," she commented. Daniel Torrado, the veterinarian at the training school, explained that "the process begins from birth and continues until approximately one year of age. During the early stages of the puppy, we focus on stimulating its mental development and physically conditioning it to perform..."

The Criminal Investigation Agency (PDI) arrested a man for a homicide committed with a sharp object that occurred early Friday morning in the municipality of Talcahuano, Biobío Region. The operation, carried out by detectives from the Homicide Brigade (BH) of the PDI and the Concepción Homicide Task Force, took place as part of the investigative proceedings following a homicide that occurred at 5:00 AM inside the victim's apartment. According to Enrique Guzmán, head of the Concepción BH, the suspect, a 36-year-old man, allegedly went to the property where his former partner was with the victim. They reportedly had an argument that escalated into an attack with a sharp object, resulting in the victim's death. According to the officer, the investigative work helped clarify the sequence of events and gather evidence to accuse the man as the perpetrator of the crime. The arrest of the suspect, who had no prior criminal record, was carried out in coordination with the Public Prosecutor's Office. He was then brought before the Talcahuano Guarantee Court for the corresponding detention hearing.

Two days ago, the mayor of San Bernardo, Christopher White, was attacked by a group of unidentified individuals during a municipal operation to remove debris and garbage from public spaces that had been occupied. Individuals operating as illegal mechanics had taken over a plaza, and they attempted to repel the cleanup efforts by throwing stones at the group of municipal officials, despite the area being guarded by municipal inspectors. Yesterday, White arrived at the Palacio de La Moneda accompanied by over 200 community leaders and presidents of neighborhood security committees, with the aim of delivering a letter to President José Antonio Kast, expressing his concern about the reduction in the number of police officers (Carabineros). The government responded, according to the mayor, acknowledging the complex situation facing the municipality. "We are fully aware of the concerns regarding the presence of organizations linked to drug trafficking and crime, as well as the difficulties that certain situations related to the police force have caused for the community," was the Executive's response. As part of concrete measures, the government invited Mayor White to a working meeting next Wednesday with the Undersecretary of Public Security, Andrés Jouannet, with the aim of advancing a coordinated agenda that would strengthen the state's presence in the area and improve conditions...

On Thursday afternoon, police officers from the Carabineros (Chilean police force) arrested two individuals for drug trafficking in the municipality of San Bernardo, in the Metropolitan Region. The incident occurred during a routine patrol on Volcán Antuco Street, near Pirineos Street, where officers noticed that an individual was conducting a drug transaction on the second floor of a building. The individual was arrested on the spot. During the operation, the owner of the property where the transaction was taking place allowed the police officers to enter. Inside, they found a backpack containing various types of drugs, and they also arrested the owner. According to Captain Luis Jara, of the 62nd Police Station in San Bernardo, "Upon entering the premises, we seized various types of drugs: nearly half a kilogram of cocaine in its pure form, over 880 small packages of cocaine base, and more than 140 transparent packages of marijuana. We also seized more than six security cameras, monitors, and DVR recorders." As a result of the operation, the buyer—a 27-year-old man with no prior criminal record—and the seller, a 35-year-old woman with a criminal record, were both arrested and are now in the custody of the Public Prosecutor's Office.

Four individuals were arrested by the Carabineros (Chilean police) in the Recoleta district after being caught unloading the contents of a stolen truck. The incident occurred this Friday morning, after police were alerted to the theft of a truck with a ramp, carrying household appliances, in the Lo Espejo district. Following the report, officers from the Criminal Investigation Section (SIP) of the 5th and 9th police stations, along with local personnel, conducted investigations that led them to locate the stolen ramp inside a warehouse on Avenida Einstein in Recoleta. At the scene, the Carabineros recovered approximately one hundred refrigerators, and also seized signal jammers. The individuals who were arrested were in the process of transferring the goods to another vehicle. Later, the tractor-trailer was found in the Maipú district, and efforts are ongoing to locate the driver of the vehicle.

Police officers arrested two criminals on Tuesday, who are members of the gang known as "Las Gárgolas." They were carrying out robberies involving intimidation on public buses in the San Joaquín district. Specifically, the arrests took place on Avenida Santa Rosa at the intersection with Calle Alcalde Pedro Alarcón, by officers from the 42nd Mobile Police Unit and San Joaquín precinct, who were conducting checks and inspections in the area. This occurred after the individuals boarded a bus on route 209, where one of them blocked the closing of one of the vehicle's doors, while the second was carrying out the theft of items from the passengers. Once the criminals disembarked from the bus, both the passengers and the driver alerted the police in the area, which led to the arrest of both individuals nearby. As a result, cell phones that had been stolen from the passengers were recovered, and a pistol and two knives, which the criminals had used to intimidate their victims, were also seized. Regarding this incident, Major Óscar Llantén of the San Joaquín police force stated that the coordinated work between the two units "has made it possible to arrest these two criminals, who have a combined total of 20 previous convictions for similar offenses." It was also noted that the individuals have previous arrests for robbery with intimidation, vehicle theft, possession of a weapon, and theft, among other crimes. The case files have been submitted to…

The Education Committee of the Chamber of Representatives began a series of special sessions this week to hear from experts as part of the discussion of a bill presented by the Executive branch, which establishes safety, order, and respect measures for the educational community. The initiative, dubbed "Protected Schools" by the government, is currently in its first constitutional stage and has been designated as a matter requiring "immediate discussion." During the session, the mayor of Providencia, Jaime Bellolio, revealed details of an incident that occurred on Monday inside the José Victorino Lastarria High School. A social media post shows students and staff detaining individuals wearing white overalls who were planning to act within the school. "They had materials to start a fire, and once they put on hoods, it was the students themselves who detained them, along with a staff member who also took action that I consider to be deeply courageous, because these groups, and I want to reiterate this, are groups that adhere to a practice of organized political violence," the mayor explained. He also stated that two minors, aged 15 and 13, were detained. In this context, Bellolio revealed that "one of them stated that they had been paid to do this," and called for an investigation into this aspect. Furthermore, the mayor of Providencia reported that 82 instances of the "Safe Classroom" measures have been implemented in the municipality, of which 52 are...

Just as the "Safe Schools" bill was being debated in Congress this week, police officers from the Carabineros (Chilean police force) arrested two high school students from Liceo C-25 in Talcahuano for possessing a homemade shotgun, a knife, and marijuana inside a classroom. The incident began after a call was made to the emergency number 133, requesting the presence of the Carabineros at the school. The call was prompted by reports that the students had been photographed with the firearm in one of the school's bathrooms. Officers from the Criminal Investigation Section of the 2nd Police Station in Talcahuano arrived at the scene. After identifying and locating the two students, they proceeded to search their belongings inside the classroom. During the search, they found the shotgun, marijuana, and the knife. The students, aged 18 and 19, were arrested and turned over to the Public Prosecutor's Office. Police sources revealed that the 19-year-old student has a prior criminal record for offenses including assault, possession of a weapon, and domestic violence. Wave of Shooting Threats The arrests occurred during a series of shooting threats targeting schools and universities, some of which have led to the suspension of classes in several institutions. On Monday, measures were taken, including the suspension of classes for Tuesday at institutions such as the C…

Concerns have arisen within educational communities at several schools and universities, leading to the preventative suspension of classes in some of these institutions. This follows a wave of shooting threats that were reported throughout the day in schools and universities in the Biobío region. The warnings, which appear to be linked to a "youth trend," were posted on Monday in restrooms at some institutions and on social media platforms. Many of these posts specified Tuesday, April 14th, as the date of the alleged incident. As a result, measures were taken, including the suspension of classes on Tuesday at institutions such as the Adventista School, the Inmaculada Concepción School, both in Talcahuano, and the Sagrados Corazones School in Hualpén. Meanwhile, the Liceo La Asunción school in Talcahuano sent its students home on Monday after a threat of a shooting was found in one of the restrooms. The Juan Gregorio Las Hereas school, located in the center of Concepción, also reported threats for Monday and Tuesday. Authorities indicated that appropriate security measures were taken and the incident was reported to the Carabineros (Chilean police). Higher education institutions were also not immune to these threats. The Universidad Católica de la Santísima Concepción (UCSC) issued an official statement announcing the implementation of preventative measures after a shooting threat was reported on Monday at the San Andrés campus, in the municipality of…

Police officers from the Carabineros (Chilean police force) arrested two students from the Technical High School of Talcahuano on Monday. Both students were over the age of majority and were found carrying a homemade shotgun inside the school premises. According to preliminary information, the two fourth-year students allegedly took a photograph with the weapon in one of the bathrooms located on Avenida Blanco Encalada in the city of Talcahuano, in the Biobío Region. This incident prompted school authorities to request the presence of the Carabineros. Officers from the Criminal Investigation Section (SIP) of the Second Police Station in Talcahuano subsequently located the students involved – aged 18 and 19 – inside a classroom and proceeded to arrest them. During a search of the detainees' belongings, the officers found the firearm, as well as a knife and marijuana packaged in small quantities. The detainees were turned over to the Public Prosecutor's Office.

The Municipality of Puerto Montt announced that it will be filing a lawsuit against a teenager accused of spray-painting the dome of the plaza's pavilion. The incident occurred this Friday afternoon, around 6:00 PM, and was detected thanks to alerts from passersby and monitoring by the Municipal Surveillance Center, which allowed for prompt notification to the Chilean National Police (Carabineros). The Mayor of Puerto Montt, Rodrigo Wainraihgt, confirmed that the minor was apprehended in the act at the intersection of Benavente and Quillota, following a joint operation between police officers and municipal officials. "We will be filing a criminal complaint. We will not tolerate these cases in Puerto Montt. We will take a firm stance, and those responsible will have to compensate for the damages and repair what has been affected," said the mayor. The suspect, a teenager with no prior criminal record, was arrested for the crime of vandalism. At the instruction of the municipality, the Municipal Criminal Unit will initiate legal proceedings to demand compensation for the damages caused. The municipality emphasized that this measure is part of an active policy against vandalism in the city. In this context, they indicated that they have already intervened in numerous similar cases, resulting in nine individuals being required to clean or repair the affected areas, or to pay fines of up to $500,000. Furthermore, they reported that there are currently other…

This Tuesday morning, a bus from the RED public transportation system collided with a water truck in the municipality of Pudahuel, in the western sector of Santiago. The force of the impact resulted in the death of a 21-year-old passenger and left five other occupants injured. According to available video footage, the driver of route J07, operated by the company Voy Santiago 15, crossed the lane markings and collided with the large truck at the intersection of San Pablo Antiguo and Las Mercedes. Following initial investigations by the Carabineros (Chilean police), including work by the Traffic Accident Investigation Unit (SIAT), it was initially determined that the driver of the public bus was responsible. Furthermore, a drug test administered to the driver revealed the presence of cocaine and marijuana in his system, leading to his formal arrest on Wednesday for driving under the influence of narcotics, resulting in a fatality. The prosecutor for Western Flagrant Crimes, Luis Vacca, stated that "Carabineros officers detained the driver of a minibus involved in the collision with a water truck in Pudahuel." "The Metropolitan Western Flagrant Crimes Prosecutor's Office requested the assistance of the SIAT, which conducted forensic examinations at the scene and determined the underlying cause of the accident to be..."

This week, students at the Manuel Montt Boys' School discovered graffiti in one of the bathrooms containing a threat of a future attack on the school. In response, the Municipality of Puerto Montt announced that they would file a complaint through the Municipal Criminal Unit (UPM). The writing specifically stated, "Shooting on Tuesday, 04/26." From the municipality, Mayor Rodrigo Wainraihgt informed the Public Prosecutor's Office about the situation, requested the intervention of the Carabineros (Chilean police), and sought support from the Public Safety team, as well as from specialized teams from the Municipal Department of Education Administration (DAEM). "We will identify these individuals. I am not afraid to take action, and we will ensure justice is served. We will not allow them to intimidate our community and our students," he stated. The mayor called for calm and informed the school community that "we are making all our security measures available to guarantee the safety and well-being of everyone, as well as to ensure that classes can continue." For their part, the head (or acting head) of the DAEM, Faustino Villagra, confirmed that classes would not be canceled but that there would be reflection sessions. "We will use part of the school day to conduct workshops on promoting positive school behavior, working with the Department of Coexistence, the Life Skills Program, the Carabineros de Chile, and..."

A group of passengers sustained various injuries after a two-story interprovincial bus belonging to the company Turbus collided with the rear of a large truck on Thursday night on Route 68, near the town of Casablanca, in the Valparaíso region. The accident occurred in the direction of the coast, at kilometer 81.3, in the Las Dichas sector, when, for reasons under investigation, the passenger bus impacted the cargo vehicle. According to information from the Carabineros (Chilean police), six people were injured, none of whom were in life-threatening condition, and they were attended to at the scene by firefighters and personnel from the Emergency Medical Service (SAMU). As a result of the incident, a detour was established at kilometer 79.7, in the Los Orozco sector, towards Route F-50, in order to allow traffic to continue in the direction of the Valparaíso region. 🔴 [UPDATE] Traffic detour at kilometer 79.7, Los Orozco sector, heading towards Route F-50 in the western direction. Drive with caution. @mop_chile @radiocarab @biobio @TTISantiago @TTIValparaiso pic.twitter.com/qQUaxYsAbM — Route 68 (@Ruta68cl) April 3, 2026

On November 14th, the lawyers representing the Municipality of Talcahuano – under the leadership of Mayor Eduardo Saavedra (PS) – filed a complaint with the Talcahuano Guarantee Court against all those responsible for the alleged crime of misappropriation of public funds from school subsidies within the Department of Education Administration (DAEM) of the municipality. The legal action specifically names the former mayor, Henry Campos (UDI) – recently appointed as the Regional Secretary of Transportation for the Biobío Region – because the events under investigation occurred during the period when Campos served as mayor. Specifically, the complaint refers to the audit conducted by the Comptroller's Office of the DAEM during the period from January 1st to December 31st of 2023. Campos led this municipality for two consecutive terms, starting in 2016 and ending in 2024. The complaint states that in the most recent audit conducted by the Comptroller's Office of the DAEM six years ago, "insufficiently documented expenses, incorrectly reported expenses, and accounting balances that were not in the current account were detected, among other things, which subsequently led to administrative investigations and an accounting trial." The Comptroller's Office investigation revealed, among other things, "that the balances in the current bank accounts belonging to the Talcahuano DAEM, created to administer funds..."

At least 10 commercial establishments were affected by a fire that broke out this Wednesday morning in the city center of Concepción, in the Biobío Region. The incident occurred in the "Las Palmas" shopping arcade, located on Rengo Street. Firefighters were dispatched to the scene and worked to control the emergency. As a result of the incident, traffic was temporarily halted in nearby areas. According to "Transporte Informa" of the Biobío Region, traffic was suspended on Rengo Street between Av. Los Carrera and Freire, and on Freire Street between Caupolicán and Rengo. At this time, there are no reports of any injuries related to the emergency. UPDATE (07:47) Traffic suspension extended on Rengo Street between Av. Los Carrera and Freire, and on Freire Street from Caupolicán to Rengo, due to a fire in a commercial arcade in #Concepción. Firefighters and police are on the scene. Traffic to the center of #Concepción via Angol. https://t.co/mhKVhy9jmO pic.twitter.com/BbdWVglGAN — TransporTeinforma Región de Biobío (@TTIBiobio) April 1, 2026

On Sunday night, as in other parts of the Metropolitan Region, the situation on Avenida Padre Hurtado in San Bernardo was tense. On another day commemorating the Day of the Young Combatant, officials from the Public Order Control (COP) unit of the Carabineros (Chilean police) were facing off against protesters who, as night fell, erected barricades. Around 10:45 PM, a 28-year-old woman, who had exited a Metro station, was walking through that area with a friend (31) and a female companion (26), all of whom had come from the Movistar Arena. The group of young people had attended a concert by Soda Stereo Ecos at that venue, and then headed towards San Bernardo, a municipality that, at that time, was experiencing one of the 16 incidents of violence that marked the night commemorating the deaths of the Vergara Toledo brothers. The 28-year-old woman and her group of friends, while walking through that sector of San Bernardo, saw vehicles belonging to the Carabineros operating in the area. At that moment, witnesses reported, various shots were heard, which alerted residents of the area. According to sources familiar with the incident, the shots appeared to have been fired by unknown individuals against the uniformed police officers, who, according to investigations by the Public Prosecutor's Office, did not fire any shots at that time. However, the attack by the unknown individuals against the police officers…

Four individuals were arrested this Sunday after committing a robbery with violence at a pharmacy in the municipality of Lo Prado. The incident led to a police chase that extended to Route 68 and involved shots fired at police officers. According to Lieutenant Horacio Carvajal, of the 42nd Mobile Patrol Unit, the crime occurred around 10:50 AM, when three individuals entered a Cruz Verde branch and intimidated the security guard with a firearm. The individuals stole various products, mainly cosmetics, toiletries, and perfumes, with a preliminary estimated value of approximately $3 million, and then fled the scene in a vehicle where a fourth person was waiting. Police Action At the same time, police officers conducting routine patrols spotted the suspicious vehicle and attempted to stop it. However, the occupants repeatedly evaded the control, which initiated a controlled pursuit through various streets in Lo Prado. The chase extended to Route 68, near Teniente Cruz, where the vehicle collided with a barrier. At that point, one of the individuals was arrested, while the other three fled on foot, crossing the highway towards an apartment complex. During the escape, the individuals fired shots at the police officers, which prompted a reinforcement operation that ultimately led to the arrest of the remaining three individuals.

The Court of Appeals of Concepción rejected the appeal filed by the Public Prosecutor's Office and upheld the total house arrest and national travel ban for four alleged members of the "Biobío Pack." These individuals are accused of being "co-authors of the completed crime of aggravated homicide" of Cristóbal Miranda. The incident occurred during a New Year's Eve party in the municipality of Talcahuano, where Miranda, a 20-year-old, was attacked and severely beaten. After being taken to the hospital, he died three days later from his injuries. The defendants, identified as Benjamín Ignacio Folch Friedl, Agustín Luciano Pezo Aguilera, León Agustín Flores Basáez, and Frank Hengst Salas, are accused of being co-authors of aggravated homicide. On Friday, March 27th, the Guarantee Court of Concepción ordered the total house arrest and national travel ban for the four individuals. However, the Prosecutor's Office filed an appeal seeking pre-trial detention for the defendants. The Fifth Chamber acknowledged the existence of the crime under investigation, but stated that the involvement of the defendants "must be determined once the investigation is concluded at the appropriate venue." Therefore, the court considered that "the need for caution is satisfied by the personal restrictions imposed, which were challenged only by the prosecution," and further determined that "the objectives of the proceedings are sufficiently guaranteed by these measures."

Diego Ortiz will never forget the intersection of Pocuro and Ricardo Lyon in Providencia. At that location, the 22-year-old tennis player experienced one of the most difficult moments of his life. On Wednesday night, he was stopped at a traffic light, waiting for the light to turn green, when he was approached by a group of individuals who attacked him with knives in an attempt to force him out of his car. In recent hours, the athlete, who is the nephew of former national tennis player Hermes Gamonal, spoke about the terror he experienced that night. "I'm still processing what happened. I'm in pain and have several cuts on my back. I was told that I will need a couple of weeks for recovery and rest," he began by telling Radio ADN. Ortiz revealed the harsh details of a robbery that involved a gun and in which he was stabbed: "I was stopped at the traffic light, and in seconds, they stole my car. I believe there were six people, plus the woman who was in the car. I didn't resist, I just opened the door for them to get out. Then, they pointed a gun at me and stabbed me in cold blood. I ran away, asking for help. They then sped off. They were all minors." Finally, he acknowledged that this incident will have serious consequences for his career and his finances: "I will have to discuss this with my team. We will need to reschedule tournaments. Economically, it's a major blow. It involves paying for the clinic, dealing with the car's paperwork, and replacing the rackets they stole from me. I hope the law is enforced. I provided all the information I could remember. I wouldn't wish this on anyone..."

The Chilean police (Carabineros) reported the arrest of five individuals, four adults and one minor, who are believed to be members of the group "La Jauría del Biobío," allegedly involved in the murder of Cristóbal Miranda, a 20-year-old who died after being beaten at a New Year's Eve party in 2026. The arrest of these five individuals adds to the detention of four other suspects who were arrested on January 3rd. On that occasion, they were formally charged, and two of them were remanded in preventive detention. The operation was carried out by the O.S9 Biobío unit of the Carabineros, in coordination with the local prosecutor's office in Talcahuano, and executed a warrant issued by the Guarantee Court of Concepción. The operation resulted in the arrest of four adults and one 17-year-old adolescent. In addition, four mobile phones linked to the investigation were seized. At the instruction of the Public Prosecutor's Office, the detainees will be brought before the appropriate authorities for a detention hearing. The events for which they are accused occurred on January 1, 2026, at approximately 6:50 AM, when the victim, a 20-year-old, was participating in a New Year's Eve party in the municipality of Talcahuano. In this context, he was attacked by a group of individuals who assaulted him with kicks and punches. As a result of the injuries, Miranda was taken to the Biobío Clinic, where he was admitted with serious injuries and in critical condition, and later died on January 3rd...

Two criminals robbed the Integramédica health center located inside the Mall Plaza Sur, in the municipality of San Bernardo, in the southern part of the Metropolitan Region, on the afternoon of this Monday. According to information from the Carabineros (Chilean police), the incident occurred around 7:10 PM, when the individuals entered the facility and intimidated the cashiers on the first floor to steal the cash register, using a firearm. Major Víctor Jerez, of the Maipo Prefecture of the Carabineros, detailed that the criminals "fired a shot, intimidated the people inside, intimidated the cashiers, and stole the money from the cash register, which amounted to approximately $337,000." After completing the robbery, the criminals got into a gray vehicle that was waiting for them outside and fled in an unknown direction along Route 5 South. "At this moment, the vehicle is being tracked based on its characteristics," the officer said, adding that police personnel are conducting patrols to locate the perpetrators. Regarding the security measures at the facility, Major Jerez indicated that, according to witnesses, the security guard was on a break at the time of the robbery. Despite the fact that the individuals fired a shot inside the premises, no one was injured. At the time of the robbery, there were between 10 and 15 people present, who took shelter in a room adjacent to the cash registers. The Public Prosecutor's Office has already been informed of the incident and is currently...

A police operation carried out this Tuesday morning resulted in the arrest of 20 individuals, targeting a criminal organization involved in drug trafficking. The operation followed an investigation of approximately six months conducted by the OS7 unit of the Carabineros (Chilean police), in collaboration with the Criminal Analysis and Investigative Focus Unit (SACFI) for the Central North region. This investigation allowed them to identify the members of the gang. As a result of the operation, raids were conducted at multiple residences located in Estación Central, as well as in the municipalities of Padre Hurtado, Talagante, and La Ligua. Furthermore, authorities seized weapons, ammunition, bulletproof vests, signal jammers, and radio communication equipment, which the organization used to alert its members about the presence of police in the area. According to Captain María Belén Galaz, of the OS7 unit of the Carabineros, "we were able to confirm the existence of a criminal organization composed mainly of Chilean nationals, with one member being Mexican. They are involved in drug trafficking in the Metropolitan Region, specifically in Estación Central, as well as in Padre Hurtado, Talagante, and a property in the fifth region." According to her statement, "in addition to the seizures, we were able to arrest these individuals who were intimidating citizens, and how they were doing it, by openly displaying firearms in public and exhibiting them in..."

A traffic accident involving a RED bus and a shared taxi in the Cerro Navia district resulted in one fatality and one person in critical condition. The incident reportedly occurred on Salvador Gutiérrez Street, near Neptuno Street. According to Lieutenant Nicolás Seisdedos, an officer from the Traffic Accident Investigation Unit (SIAT) of the local police precinct, both vehicles appear to have collided head-on. According to the police officer, "For reasons that are under investigation, one of the vehicles appears to have crossed the center line of the road and collided." "At the instruction of the Central North Prosecutor's Office, specialized personnel were dispatched to conduct the necessary investigations, including creating a detailed map and taking photographs, to determine the underlying cause and dynamics of the incident," he explained. As a result of the accident, the driver of the shared taxi died, while his passenger remains in critical condition. The bus was reportedly empty at the time of the collision.

This Monday afternoon, a Brinks armored vehicle was the target of a robbery in the Puente Alto district, in the southeastern area of the Metropolitan Region, with a value exceeding $150 million. According to preliminary information, the incident occurred around 5:00 PM at the intersection of Avenida Domingo Tocornal and Calle Don José. At that location, the employees transporting money were intercepted by a group of at least three individuals, who intimidated them and stole a significant amount of money, as well as bulletproof vests and cell phones. According to the police (Carabineros), during the robbery, the criminals injured the employees and held them captive to complete the theft. Following the incident, personnel from the Metropolitan South Prosecutor's Office went to the scene and ordered the first investigative procedures to be carried out by the Criminal Investigation Agency (PDI). Prosecutor Juan Cheuquiante reported that investigations are ongoing to identify the perpetrators and recover the money. "We are taking statements from the victims of this incident and gathering information. While it is true that they are employees of a transportation company and were not carrying weapons, the actions of these individuals, who apparently used firearms, caused them greater intimidation," he explained. The prosecutor added that the intimidation allowed the individuals to access the truck and move to a second location, where the transfer took place…

This afternoon, a man was placed under preventive detention after attempting to rob a Banco Estado branch in Providencia earlier this Monday. The incident began at 8:45 AM when police officers were alerted that a man dressed in a suit had entered the bank located on Salvador Street, carrying a weapon. Inside, the man, identified as Carlos Araya Muñoz (45), intimidated the employees and, after subduing the security guard, proceeded to tie up both the private security guard and the branch manager. As a result, officers from the Special Police Operations Group (GOPE), supported by a drone and uniformed police personnel, established a perimeter to prevent the suspect from escaping. The suspect was captured by the drone on Canada Street as he attempted to flee through adjacent properties to the bank branch, and he was subsequently arrested. A backpack containing a compressed air pistol and pepper spray was found in his possession. Later, a hearing was held to determine whether to maintain the preventive detention. The defense argued that the suspect acted out of desperation due to a difficult situation, claiming he suffers from cancer and needs money to pay for his treatment. However, the court rejected the request and ordered the maximum precautionary measure for the detainee. …

Police officers from the Carabineros (Chilean police force) arrested a man who attempted to rob a BancoEstado branch in Providencia on Monday morning. At 8:45 AM, police were alerted that a man dressed in black had entered the bank on Salvador Street, carrying a weapon. Special Police Operations Group (GOPE) personnel, supported by a drone and territorial Carabineros officers, responded to the scene and established a perimeter to prevent the suspect's escape. The man was spotted by the drone attempting to flee through the back of the bank and was immediately arrested. He was carrying a backpack containing an air pistol and pepper spray. Carabineros Subprefect Gustavo Tapia stated that the man also carried a simulated grenade. Tapia emphasized that there was only intimidation and that the robbery was thwarted by the rapid response of the Carabineros.