Bucaramanga clamps illegal parkers and offers rewards for school drug‑dealer tips

The Bucaramanga Traffic Department intensified inspections on the former bike‑lane corridor, installing wheel clamps on vehicles parked illegally to restore traffic flow and discourage misuse of the public space. Authorities emphasized that the removal of separators does not permit parking and warned that violations hinder mobility.

Mayor Cristian Fernando Portilla announced a new payment‑for‑information scheme aimed at identifying and dismantling micro‑trafficking networks within 60 metres of schools, following a judicial action concerning the safety of the Dámaso Zapata school. The program offers rewards to citizens who provide credible tips on drug dealers operating near educational facilities, with funds earmarked to support police operations and protect students.