Santiago: Alias “Bebeco” dies after clash with the National Police
The city of Santiago was the scene of a police operation that culminated in the death of Jesús Alberto Aracena Castillo, popularly known as “Bebeco”. The 25-year-old, a native of San Francisco de Macorís, lost his life following an alleged exchange of gunfire with officers from the law enforcement agency in the Cienfuegos sector, specifically on Street 4 of West Santiago.
Criminal record and active search
Aracena Castillo was a priority target for the authorities, who kept him under active search due to an extensive criminal record. According to preliminary reports, “Bebeco” had 12 outstanding arrest warrants for various crimes. Likewise, he was unofficially linked to at least eight homicides, allegations that were being investigated by the competent judicial bodies.
The deceased was identified by authorities as being responsible for multiple criminal acts, including his alleged participation in eight violent deaths that remained under investigation.
Viral video generates impact on social media
Following the death, a video has gained relevance on social media in which an individual, allegedly identified as Aracena Castillo, is seen firing a firearm repeatedly in the presence of others. Although the images have circulated widely, the exact date and location where the audiovisual material was captured have not yet been determined with precision.
Status of the investigations
- Aracena Castillo’s body was transferred to the National Institute of Forensic Sciences (INACIF) in Santiago to perform the legal autopsy procedures.
- The National Police has not yet issued a detailed official report clarifying the exact circumstances of the operation or the evidence collected at the scene.
- The competent authorities are keeping the investigation open to delve into the facts and validate the criminal allegations that were pending against the deceased.
Alofoke Deportes will continue to follow this case as the authorities provide new details regarding the progress of the investigation into this event in West Santiago.
