The National Police and National Directorate of Migration of Paraguay officially integrated their systems with Interpol's global databases. The connection enables real-time queries during street operations and border controls, accessing three main tools: nominal alerts for persons wanted by justice, registry of stolen or lost travel documents (SLTD), and stolen vehicle report (SMV).
Commissioner César Silguero, commander of the National Police, described the measure as a crucial advancement for internal security. Meanwhile, the head of Interpol Paraguay, Commissioner Julio Maldonado, confirmed that the system will be operational during the next International Rally in Itapúa, in addition to being active at Silvio Pettirossi International Airport and in departmental capitals.
The Director General of Migration, Jorge Kronawetter, explained that in case of an Interpol red notice – indicating an international arrest warrant – the person will be immediately detained by the police officer on site. Until now, border posts had limited access to international records.
Simultaneously, the Chamber of Deputies reintroduced a controversial bill that allows the National Police to access images from private security cameras that capture public roads. The proposal, authored by Colorado Party deputy Yamil Esgaib, also requires police authorization for installation of these devices.
The bill, which had already been rejected by the Senate, drew criticism from opposition lawmakers, who question its impact on citizen privacy and intimacy. Some deputies suggested that before advancing with the measure, the personal data protection law should be expanded.