According to preliminary information, the incident occurred near a local bar, where an argument allegedly broke out, triggering the tragedy. New details have reinforced the gravity of the case after a security camera captured the exact moment of the attack.
The footage shows the victim running through the area, apparently trying to escape his attacker. Seconds later, a man catches up to him and, without saying a word, inflicts multiple machete wounds on various parts of his body. The violence of the attack left the man critically injured on the street.
Witnesses to the incident recounted that the scene was shocking and caused panic among those near the bar. Some tried to help the victim, but due to the severity of his injuries, he died at the scene.
After committing the crime, the assailant fled in an unknown direction, leaving the community in shock. Authorities have not yet confirmed the victim's legal identity, although he was widely known in the area as "Ñañito."
National Police officers arrived at the scene to begin the corresponding investigations, collect evidence, and follow up on leads that will allow them to identify and capture the perpetrator.
Authorities have appealed to the public for any information that may contribute to solving this violent homicide, which has left mourning and fear among the residents of Villa El Carmen.
