Barranquilla Prison Break: Seven Inmates Escape CAI Hippodrome, Four Remain at Large
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A daring escape unfolded in the early hours of Sunday, november 23, as at least seven inmates breached security at the CAI Hippodrome detention facility in Soledad, Colombia. Authorities have recaptured three of the escapees, but a critically important manhunt is underway for the remaining four, who are suspected of involvement in serious crimes including homicide.
Details of the Escape
According to reports from the Barranquilla Metropolitan Police, the inmates compromised the facility located on Carrera 30 and Calle 26 in the Hipódromo neighborhood. A group of prisoners managed to break through the ceiling of their cell, creating a small opening. The escape was limited to the “thinnest” inmates, as the opening was not large enough for others to pass through.
Recaptured Inmates and Ongoing pursuit
Law enforcement swiftly responded, successfully recapturing three of the escapees in the municipalities of Malambo and Soledad, specifically in the Villa Concord and La Arboleda neighborhoods. Those apprehended have been identified as Axel Gabriel morales benavides, Joel Vizcaíno Caballero, and José Luis Barrios Álvarez, all facing charges related to extortion and illegal possession of firearms.
A senior official stated that “intelligence, investigation and urban patrol teams” are actively deployed in strategic locations throughout the metropolitan area to locate the four remaining fugitives.
Suspects at Large and Gang Affiliations
The four inmates still at large are wanted for a range of serious offenses, including homicide, extortion, and illegal possession of firearms. Authorities believe these individuals are connected to the criminal organizations known as ‘los Costeños‘ and ‘los Pepes‘.
The individuals currently being sought are:
- Osneider Enrique Daza Bolívar, captured for homicide.
- Omar Sebastian Fabregas Ferrer, captured for illegal possession of firearms.
- Antony José Paredes cordero, captured for illegal possession of firearms.
- Luis Franyer Mendoza Reyes, captured for illegal possession of a firearm.
This incident raises concerns about security vulnerabilities within the CAI Hippodrome facility and the potential for further disruptions.The Barranquilla Metropolitan Police have not yet released details regarding the specific measures being taken to prevent future escapes.
Why did it happen? The escape occurred due to a breach in security at the CAI Hippodrome detention facility, where inmates managed to break through the ceiling of their cell. The small opening created was only accessible to inmates with smaller builds.
Who was involved? At least seven inmates were involved in the escape. Three have been recaptured: axel Gabriel Morales Benavides, Joel Vizcaíno Caballero, and José Luis Barrios Álvarez.The four remaining fugitives are suspected of ties to criminal organizations ‘los Costeños’ and ‘los Pepes’ and are wanted for homicide, extortion, and firearms offenses.
What happened? Seven inmates escaped from the CAI Hippodrome facility. Authorities quickly responded, recapturing three. A manhunt is underway for the remaining four.
How did it end? The escape ended with the recapture of three inmates. The search for the remaining four fugitives is ongoing, with “intelligence
