The search for the teenagers who left the center continues. The National System for Childhood and Adolescence (SENNIAF) reported that investigations are already underway to clarify what happened and to reinforce care, security, and supervision measures within the Comprehensive Care Center (CAI). Everyone was mobilized to control the incident and address what occurred in the shelter. The entity detailed that, in addition to the damage, a money theft and the escape of adolescents were reported, so search protocols were activated in coordination with the relevant authorities. The incident caused material damage, stolen money, and several minors who managed to escape from the place. SENNIAF reported that after what happened, care, containment, and security protocols were immediately activated, seeking to guarantee the integrity of both the young people and the staff. The situation raised alarms within the center and forced a rapid response from the authorities. The operation involved the entity's general director, Lilibeth Cárdenas, along with the People's Defender, Eduardo Leblanc, as well as units from the Police of Childhood and Adolescence, MIDES, and the Public Ministry. They also reiterated their commitment to ensuring safe and dignified spaces for childhood and adolescence. You may be interested: Revolt in Tocumen shelter: damages, theft, and runaway minors March 25, 2026 Alert for El Niño: rainy season could begin in May March 25, 2026 National onion from Azuero is offered at a special price and stabilizes the market March 25, 2026 Casco Antiguo prepares to receive 350,000 visitors during Holy Week March 25, 2026 Chapman: without subsidy, fares, electricity, and gas would increase March 25, 2026 An irregular situation shook the night of March 24 at the Comprehensive Care Center (CAI) of Tocumen, where a group of adolescents starred in an incident that ended up affecting coexistence within the shelter.
