On Isla Colón, in the province of Bocas del Toro, the current situation resembles the anarchy experienced in Haiti, where gangs exert absolute control over the population and even over the armed forces. Gang members act with complete impunity, driving people from their homes and creating an atmosphere of insecurity.
A retiree from the region questions the fate of the deductions from retirees, which amount to more than 250 thousand maraca$. This uncertainty has generated concern among the elderly, who fear they may not receive their pensions this month, causing unease in the community.
A nephew of a crime victim in Isla Colón demands the presence and action of the Ministry of Housing and Territorial Planning (Miviot) in the area to address the abuses committed by the gangs. The lack of intervention from the competent authorities in the face of the rising wave of violence is questioned.
Additionally, the possibility of an investigation related to bioinfectious waste found in Río de Jesús, Veraguas, has raised concern in the community. On the other hand, a looming lawsuit against banking entities could have serious implications for the local financial system.
Furthermore, the worry of a group of lieutenants who feel aggrieved by the lack of promotion to captain despite having the necessary merits is highlighted, causing discontent in the military sector. Finally, the need to apply scientific tests in family-related crimes and the importance of respecting the rights of detained individuals is emphasized, especially in cases of sexual offenses where forensic evidence is inconclusive.
