Venezuelan Citizen Fatally Shot in Santiago’s Quinta Normal District
A Venezuelan citizen with permanent residency in Chile was murdered in the Quinta Normal commune of Santiago early Wednesday, February 11, 2026, succumbing to injuries sustained from at least fifteen gunshot wounds. The incident has sparked an investigation by local authorities, who are seeking to identify the assailants and determine the motive behind the brazen attack.
Details of the Shooting
According to reports, the shooting occurred around midnight on Juana Aquinel street. Carabineros, Chile’s national police force, responded to calls of multiple shots fired in the area. Upon arrival, officers discovered the victim inside his vehicle, suffering from gunshot wounds to the chest and leg.
The victim’s family immediately transported him to the Félix Bulnes Hospital, but despite the best efforts of medical staff, he was pronounced dead due to the severity of his injuries. Authorities have confirmed the man was of legal age, held permanent residency status in Chile, and had no prior criminal record, as verified by ECOH team prosecutor, Lucía Valdés.
Investigation Underway
Witnesses reported seeing two individuals fleeing the scene wearing motorcycle helmets. Investigators are currently exploring the possibility that the attackers may have been traveling in a motor vehicle. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are gathering evidence and interviewing potential witnesses to piece together the events leading up to the shooting.
A senior official stated that all available resources are being deployed to apprehend those responsible for this violent act.
Rising Concerns Over Violence
This incident adds to growing concerns about rising violence in the Metropolitan Region. While the motive remains unclear, the targeted nature of the attack raises questions about potential connections to organized crime or personal disputes.
The audio report from BioBioChile provides further context to the event: https://media.biobiochile.cl/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/9999915521.mp3
Authorities have not yet released the victim’s name, pending notification of family. This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
Worth a look
