At present, no details have been provided about the perpetrators or the motive for this violent incident. In a video recorded 21 hours before his death, the politician stated that he had had a dream from which he did not want to wake up.
Meanwhile, the family of Jesús Antonio Alemán thanked the expressions of solidarity, respect, and support received after his death. So far, the exact number of affected individuals has not been confirmed. Alemán, 52, died at the scene. His aspiration as a candidate for representative, they explained, arose from a genuine commitment to his people.
They also highlighted his connection with boxing, a discipline in which he served as a judge, and where he also found a way to contribute. Hours before the attack, he had promoted the sporting event where the tragedy occurred.
Following the shooting in Ciudad Radial, units of the National Police cordoned off the area, while the Public Prosecutor's Office continues its investigations to clarify what happened. A shootout broke out at the location, leaving several injured with bullet wounds to various parts of the body.
The person who was injured in the shooting in Ciudad Radial died in a medical facility, raising the death toll to two in the attack where Jesús Alemán, former candidate for representative from Juan Díaz, was also assassinated. The incident occurred on the afternoon of Sunday, March 29, during the inauguration of a sports league.
They remembered his phrase, "We are on the positive," as a way of facing life that characterized him. The family indicated that his death occurred while he was helping others, in line with who he always was. They also extended wishes for a speedy recovery to the injured in the incident, where other people were also affected.
In turn, they called for information to be handled with responsibility and respect. Finally, they requested that the authorities clarify what happened and apply the corresponding justice.
They indicated that each message reflects the affection and recognition towards his life and his bond with the Juan Díaz community. They pointed out that "Shark" was a close, charismatic, and big-hearted community leader. Friend, father, and always present, he dedicated his time to supporting neighbors, youth, and various social initiatives.
The number of fatal victims increased. He was known in the community for his political involvement, his work as a professional boxing official, and his presence on social networks.
