According to reports, a Colombian man was killed by gunfire after attempting to resist an armed group of assailants during an attempted vehicle theft in front of a McDonald’s in the Providencia district, about 500 meters from the Japanese Embassy. We urge all Japanese nationals to remain vigilant.
1. Incident Overview (1) Date and Time: November 13 (Wednesday), around 3:30 AM (2) Location: In front of a McDonald’s near the intersection of Ricardo Lyon Street and Providencia Street, Providencia district (3) Type of Crime: Attempted vehicle theft. The victim was shot from behind and later died. (4) Details of the Incident: A Colombian man, along with a female companion, had finished shopping at McDonald’s and was returning to their parked car after 3 AM. They were approached by three armed assailants who forced them to abandon the vehicle. The victim resisted by grabbing one of the assailants’ clothing, at which point he was shot from behind. The impact caused him to fall onto the street, and the assailants fled the scene. The victim was transported to Salvador Hospital but was confirmed dead.
2. Safety Measures (1) If you fall victim to a robbery, avoid pursuing the assailants or resisting unnecessarily, and do not provoke them. (2) Avoid going out at night as much as possible. (3) If you must go out at night, prioritize safety. (4) Be cautious when getting in or out of a vehicle or when stopping at traffic lights. (5) Avoid parking in dangerous areas. Use paid parking or park near well-lit areas. (6) Keep windows closed and doors locked while driving. (7) Stay alert in case of unexpected situations.
3. Violent Vehicle Theft According to crime statistics from Carabineros, violent vehicle thefts in areas like Portonazo and Encerlona are on the rise in the metropolitan region. In 2024, there were 3,175 incidents of violent vehicle theft, a 5% increase compared to the same period last year (3,025 incidents). If you fall victim to a robbery, prioritize saving your life. Do not resist the assailants, give them what they demand, and avoid provoking them or shouting for help. Additionally, it is important to stay informed about crime trends and gather information regularly.
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