The National Police reported that Yordan Valdezof 24 yearswas killed after confronting a patrol that tried to arrest him in the sector Pantojamunicipality Santo Domingo West. Valdez was actively wanted on an arrest warrant for his alleged involvement in the homicide of the cape Carlos Manuel Canariooccurred last morning February 28.
According to the preliminary report, the incident occurred on Saturday night when a preventive patrol spotted Valdez in the Duarte highway. Upon noticing the presence of the agents, the suspect attacked the unit with a firearmwhich forced the uniformed officers to repel the aggression. Valdez suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was taken to the Dr. Vinicio Calventi Hospitalwhere he died while receiving medical attention.
Evidence seizure
At the scene, the authorities occupied a gun without visible mark or numbering, with its charger and five capsules, which Valdez was carrying illegally. Likewise, the Scientific Police collected a cap caliber 9mm as part of the evidence.
Background of the crime
The cape Carlos Manuel Canarioof 27 yearslost his life after being shot in the nasal region during an armed attack in the sector El Chabon, The Alcarrizos. The incident occurred in front of a entertainment center when four men traveling on two motorcycles surprised the soldier and opened fire on him. In that scene, 16 bushings and the agent’s service weapon was recovered for investigation purposes.
Search for the accomplice
In this case, the authorities continue the active search for a second person identified as Esmailinwho remains a fugitive. The law enforcement institution reiterated its commitment to clarify the incident and bring to justice all those responsible involved in the death of Corporal Canario.
