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Calle residencial de Barranquilla al amanecer con cinta de seguridad y una patrulla lejana
Calle residencial al amanecer con presencia policial lejana y cinta de seguridad. · EPM

19-year-old found dead in Caribe Verde, Barranquilla

In EPM's view, this case requires a rigorous investigation that protects the family and neighbours, without turning an alleged link into an early conviction.

--- The context --- Caribe Verde, in Barranquilla, is an area where Los Costeños and Los del Fresco are also reported to have a presence. That context frames the investigation, without drawing early conclusions. --- The facts --- Jherson Javier Castro Hernández, aged 19, was found dead on Friday, November 6, in Caribe Verde. According to the authorities, the body was tied up and had injuries apparently caused with a sharp weapon. He had left his home the previous night, at around 8:30 p. m., to meet a woman. A leaflet with a photograph and a message saying for Pepe was found at the scene. --- The positions --- That message would refer to his alleged link to Los Pepes, according to the reporting, and would be related to a social media post of his. A relative said he was a quiet young man and did not know the reasons behind what happened. --- What remains unknown --- It remains to establish who committed the act, what happened after he left and what support the leaflet's message has. All the information is under investigation and the alleged link is not proven. --- Unanswered questions --- Who is responsible for his death? What happened after he left his home? Does the leaflet reflect a proven fact or an unverified accusation? --- EPM analysis --- Caution is central: a suspicion under investigation is not a conclusion, and protecting that distinction safeguards his memory and his family. 📌 EPM Take: In EPM's view, this case requires a rigorous investigation that protects the family and neighbours, without turning an alleged link into an early conviction. The presence attributed to several structures in the area calls for responses that protect young people and restore calm to the neighbourhood, with verified facts, respect for the victim and guarantees so that no suspicion replaces justice or due process.
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