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Crime Wave in Panama Questions Security Policy

Concerns rise in Panama over increasing crime and corruption. Possible changes to security policy are discussed, officials' ties to crime are investigated, and the future of the Baseball America Cup is debated.


Crime Wave in Panama Questions Security Policy

In Panama, the question of necessary changes to citizen security policy is being raised in the wake of a wave of crimes shaking the nation. Spanish scientists are testing a new compound that helps decrease alcohol consumption and reduce the urge to drink. It is reported that a man named Franco is speaking on behalf of a high-ranking official in various entities. Meanwhile, Allan, known as the biggest loan shark in the area, is being called to account. As a contingent of U.S. soldiers arrives in the country for training, there is hope they will help intimidate gangs and control the cocaine trafficking, which has turned into a real war. According to Pipe Camargo, the real war on drugs will take place in the Pacific, along routes crossing the Pearl Islands, Coiba, Punta Mala, and Las Paridas. Rumors have reached Josefa that Pablito, owner of narco-boats, has ties with advisors to the Panama Port Authority, including a well-connected VIP advisor named Nodier. The move seems to be setting up a direct contract worth a million dollars. In the 'Cave of May 5th,' the number of loan sharks with exorbitant interest rates has increased, targeting humble officials. The government reportedly intercepted several boats loaded with drugs, but upon learning they belonged to Pablito, they were released. It appears this situation is not going to change. A criminal complaint is said to be coming against several officials from the Ministry of Government Inspection and Maritime Affairs. Josefa passed the tip to Guille from the Mundos Movement, as the last thing the 'old guard' wants is for the December bonus, which depends on the 'chupin and drinking' situation, to fall. Commander Ábrego should brace for what's to come, as pure trouble is coming. After the mess caused by the postponement of the Baseball America Cup, it has been leaked that a press conference will be held today to announce an attempt to hold the tournament between September and October 2026 right here in Panama. The Rod Carew stadium, with its roof and structures having been in disrepair for a year, is only now set to be repaired, just as the 2026 baseball season is around the corner. They have plenty of time. Today's 'La Verdad Panama' data was first published in La Verdad Panama. Everything seems to indicate that Pablito, the 'Lord of the Seas,' is doing well in business, and those who doubt it can check out the Efímero restaurant in Obarrio, whose profits he shares with his famous partner, Gabriel. There is no 'chen chen' (no money). They are asking Josefa to find out which official from the Public Registry was awarded a trip to Spain with a salary and expenses for a month. It seems this former deputy misses the 'beauties' (money) he made in the 'Cave of May 5th' and now wants to get into the Executive Branch. They have him dead to rights. Is this a clumsy move or a clever play? Champions of the 'chambonada' (clumsy move). Felipe, what's up? There's no money, yet this guy is living it up. Is this the style of the golfer and the Katherina, who shelve projects only to later push through a direct or emergency contract? Hopefully, our 'chambones' (clumsy ones) will get their act together. From the leadership team at the Mineral Resources Directorate, the director was removed, leaving the deputy director and a lawyer.