A 35-year-old Brazilian man, resident in Cascavel, was robbed by eight hooded and armed criminals in the San Rafael neighborhood of Ciudad del Este after arranging a date through the Grindr app. The thieves took an iPhone 17 Pro Max and forced the victim to transfer 45,000 reais via Pix. In a separate case, authorities are investigating another robbery with hostages in which 28 million guaranis in cash and 29 million guaranis in transfers were stolen.
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https://www.c9n.com.py/A vehicle became trapped in a large hole with accumulated water in the city of Mariano Roque Alonso, reigniting outrage among drivers and neighbors, who demand action from authorities and warn of the constant danger on the road.
Starting this Tuesday, Paraguay's Vice Ministry of Transport began applying staggered fines to bus companies that do not transmit their real-time GPS location, as part of the Integral Control and Monitoring System (SICM). The measure aims to combat frequent 'reguladas' (fleet reductions) and improve service for users.
The intense cold recorded on the morning of this Tuesday (19) in Asunción and the metropolitan area caused many students to miss classes, according to reports from parents. The Directorate of Meteorology and Hydrology forecasts that the cool weather will continue in the coming days.
A man known as ‘Freddie Mercury’ and other members of his group were detained on suspicion of a series of robberies at gas stations in Limpio, Central Department. Firearms and ammunition were seized.
The National Police conducted two operations in Ciudad del Este on Monday (18). A man was detained on suspicion of child sexual abuse, with cell phones and documents seized. Another suspect, aged 33, was arrested for theft from a pharmacy, allegedly taking more than G. 5 million; he is said to have been released from prison a month ago.
The president of the Paraguayan-American Chamber of Commerce, Elías Saba, highlighted Paraguay's favorable conditions for attracting investments, generating jobs, and strengthening educational programs, emphasizing the importance of international trade and the partnership with the United States.
The National Police of Paraguay and the Public Prosecutor's Office are conducting operations in Encarnación and Cambyretá to capture Gustavo Rubén Goncalvez Vera, the main suspect in the double homicide of Francisco Alcides Saucedo Quiñónez and Brian Ariel Lugo. During the raids, weapons, ammunition, drugs, and vehicles were seized, including a car reported stolen in Argentina. Investigations point to a possible connection with drug trafficking.
Residents of Luque denounce a clandestine tire dump that has become a breeding ground for vermin and a meeting point for drug users, calling for urgent intervention from authorities.
A joint operation by the 5th Metropolitan Police Station and the Tourist Security Department in the Ricardo Brugada neighborhood, known as La Chacarita, in Asunción, resulted in the arrest of Josías Daniel Aranda Santacruz, 20, wanted for aggravated theft. Additionally, six people were detained for identity verification and two motorcycles were seized.
A pastor on the run from Brazilian justice, accused of sexual abuse, was arrested in Paraguay in a joint Interpol operation. Commissioner Juan Fretes detailed the procedure and the progress of the investigations.
The driver of a car that struck and killed a person in San Lorenzo has been released by authorities. The case remains under investigation.
Candidate for councilman on List 2P – Option 10 of the ANR, Cristhian Samaniego advocates for oversight of public funds and support for Camilo Pérez's administration in the Municipal Board.
Students at the Augusto Roa Bastos school in Villa Hayes face precarious conditions: lack of electricity and drinking water. Parents and teachers demand an urgent solution to ensure dignified education.
Traders and consumers at Mercado Municipal N.º 1 report that meal prices have risen due to increases in gas and other inputs. To save money, customers order half portions, while cooks face the challenge of retaining clientele without fully passing on costs.
Due to road corridor works, a 300-meter stretch of the Silvio Pettirossi highway has been closed, with a detour implemented. Drivers are seeking alternative routes to avoid congestion during peak hours.
Truck drivers have been stranded for 40 days in the Chaco region of Paraguay due to the poor condition of the roads, which prevents vehicle passage. Many have already abandoned their trucks at the site.
A man, apparently Brazilian, was shot in San Pedro in an alleged sicariato attack. The victim, who worked as a panel beater, was taken to the Regional Hospital and underwent surgery; his health condition is unknown.
On the morning of this Monday, an alleged hostage robbery was recorded in Villa Morra, Asunción. The vehicle was carrying G. 107 million. Sub-officer Pablo Vigil reported that the criminals broke the driver's window and abandoned the car 10 km from the scene.
Presenter Solange Encina commented, on the program C9 a las 9, on the details of the recent joint performance by Laura Pausini and Camila Cabello, highlighting the main entertainment news.
Paraguay's Social Insurance Institute (IPS) announced the removal of 817 items from its vademecum as part of a review and reorganization of medications and supplies. The measure was communicated by the institution's president, Isaías Fretes.
Police and the Public Prosecutor's Office carried out an operation in Santa Rita, Alto Paraná, seizing cell phones, computers and documents in an investigation into child sexual abuse.
The so-called 'Grindr Gang' has allegedly carried out another robbery in Ciudad del Este, this time in the San Rafael neighborhood, stealing about 60 million guaranis. The group uses dating apps to lure victims. Police and the Public Prosecutor's Office are investigating the case.
Paraguay's Directorate of Meteorology reports that the arrival of a cold front will keep temperatures low and mornings freezing across much of the country throughout the week, with the possibility of light drizzle.