Reporting on criminal incidents, investigations, and law enforcement responses across Panama. Stories focus on facts, community impact, and safety developments.
A court upheld preventive detention for Veraguas player Juan Aizpurúa after he was accused of striking a Los Santos player with a bat during a fight at a Panama stadium. The case has drawn attention to violence and discipline in local baseball.
Authorities seized a large quantity of suspected contraband in Bocas del Toro’s border zone. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to stop illegal trade in western Panama.
Indonesian authorities arrested Scottish national Steven Lyons in Bali after an Interpol red notice triggered an airport alert. The case highlights the growing reach of cross-border policing against organized crime.
An appeals court in Panama kept Veraguas player Juan Antonio Aizpurúa in pretrial detention in a case tied to a violent clash at a baseball game in Las Tablas. The federation also imposed a four-year suspension from tournaments.
A body linked to a femicide case and an armed attack on a student have heightened concern over violence in Colón. The incidents have renewed calls for stronger public safety measures in Panama.
Authorities ordered preventive detention for a baseball player from Veraguas after an alleged assault during a game. Investigators are still determining how the incident happened and what responsibilities apply.
President Mulino met with U.S. Southern Command authorities to advance cooperation against cartels and organized crime, with a focus on technology. The talks underscored Panama’s strategic role in regional security efforts.
Senan has increased patrols in Coclé’s fishing areas after complaints about outboard motor theft. The move aims to protect fishers who rely on boats and engines for their livelihoods.
Panamanian police arrested Joel Soudron on Balboa Avenue after finding false migration documents and confirming an Interpol alert. France seeks his extradition over drug trafficking and criminal association charges.
Juan Aizpurúa’s defense has appealed the provisional detention order imposed after an altercation during a Béisbol Mayor game. The case now moves to review as the legal process continues.
A court hearing is set for today to review the detention of Veraguas player Juan Aizpurúa after a violent clash during a match at the Roberto “Flaco Bala” Hernández Stadium. The case has drawn attention to discipline and safety in Panama’s local football scene.
Police in Panama have detained a fourth suspect in the homicide of a Hindu citizen, advancing an investigation into the killing. The arrest adds momentum to a case that remains under active review by authorities.
Panama and the United States agreed to deepen regional cooperation against cartels, terrorism and organized crime during a meeting in Panama City. The talks also addressed maritime security, port protection and legal tools to combat illicit finance.
Two women received 19-year prison sentences after police caught them trying to smuggle drugs, firearms, cellphones and other items into La Joya prison. The case underscores persistent contraband trafficking around one of Panama’s most closely watched penitentiaries.
Fishers near Isla Taboga and Isla Pacheca lost engines, fuel, and equipment in a maritime robbery valued at up to $16,000. The case has fueled new calls for stronger patrols and surveillance at sea.
A sheriff’s report says Tiger Woods had hydrocodone pills in his pocket and bloodshot eyes at the scene of a crash. The findings raise fresh questions about prescription medication and the circumstances of the accident.
More than 600 officers will support security for the pilgrimage to the Sanctuary of Alanje in Chiriquí, with patrols, road controls, and surveillance in place. The operation is aimed at protecting worshippers during the religious gathering.
Panama has arrested Joël Soudron, a 46-year-old Guadeloupe native wanted in France over a cocaine trafficking case involving shipping containers. The case highlights the country’s role in international anti-drug enforcement.
Authorities have detained a fourth suspect in the homicide of a merchant in Herrera, a case that has deeply affected the Indian community in Chitré. The victim had lived there with his family for more than 20 years.
Joël Soudron, described as a drug trafficking fugitive, was arrested in Panama City after years on the run. Panamanian authorities and French sources confirmed the detention.