Tax revenues continue to show a deficit of 24.2%, equivalent to $1.872 billion, compared to the budget target set between January and September of $7.747 billion. The suspect in the attack against Alas Chiricanas flight 901 has been captured in Venezuela after 31 years on the run. The attack, which took place on July 19, 1994, marked one of the most tragic episodes in Panamanian aviation history, as 21 people died. The three properties seized from Gaby Carrizo are valued at $1.5 million. The Comptroller’s Office ordered the seizure of assets belonging to former Vice President Carrizo for a total of up to $1.3 million, but excludes key properties in Penonomé and Costa del Este. Drums and prayers accompanied the final farewell to Esteban De León Osorio in Panama. “My son loved the tamborito”: Esteban De León Osorio’s mother bids farewell to her son with an emotional ceremony. Police arrested a suspect in the murder of young Esteban De León Osorio. The suspect was captured in the Arraiján district and transferred to the headquarters of the Directorate of Judicial Investigation in Ancón, where he was placed at the disposal of the competent authorities. Tax revenues totaled $4.738 billion through September, but remain below budget. The DGI’s preliminary revenue collection report indicates a 14% increase in tax revenue through September. In the background are the stables and riding arena. The Prosecutor’s Office dismissed 4 lawsuits filed by Odila Castillo against journalist Rolando Rodríguez. Idaan reports that the Chilibre plant is operating at 50% capacity after an incident in the electrical grid. The Federico Guardia Conte water treatment plant in Chilibre remains out of operation this Saturday, November 8, due to damage to an Ensa pipeline.
Panama: Tax Deficit and Suspect Arrest
Panama faces a 24.2% tax revenue deficit. A suspect in a 1994 flight attack is captured. Assets seized from a former VP. A murder suspect is arrested. The Chilibre plant operates at 50% capacity.