National Protection Unit Discovers Explosives and Ammunition
2024-08-10 09:51:38
A recent discovery at the National Protection Unit (UNP) has sparked concern within the organization. During a routine inventory of obsolete items, explosives and ammunition were found inside a filing cabinet previously belonging to a former UNP official.
This alarming discovery prompted the immediate request of the Attorney General’s Office to conduct a thorough verification of the materials and establish the circumstances surrounding their concealment.
Materials and Origin
The filing cabinet in question was relocated from its previous location at the Americas headquarters to the current UNP headquarters. The contents revealed a variety of explosive materials and ammunition, with a portion being utilized as teaching tools. The remaining materials, not officially documented, raise serious questions about their origin and intended purpose.
Background and Consequences
The former official associated with the filing cabinet, Pedro Emilio Rodríguez Ovalle, was dismissed from his position in August 2021 following disciplinary action for dereliction of duty. This raises concerns about how such hazardous materials could remain concealed for three years without detection, casting doubt on the effectiveness of UNP’s internal controls.
Legal and Disciplinary Actions
In light of the seriousness of the incident, the UNP has initiated an internal disciplinary process to investigate the circumstances surrounding the concealment of the explosives. Additionally, the entity has formally requested the intervention of the Prosecutor’s Office to verify the nature of the confiscated materials and investigate potential criminal liabilities.