Coclé police arrest two suspects after fatal shooting in Río Hato

Two individuals were arrested following a fatal shooting in the Rincón de Río Hato sector of the Coclé province on September 27, 2026. The victim, an unidentified man, was found dead inside a gray vehicle with multiple gunshot wounds.

According to reports, the victim was traveling toward a piece of land for cleaning work when the attack occurred. The vehicle was later found abandoned with several bullet impacts. Following a police operation in the area, authorities apprehended two suspects and recovered a firearm believed to be the murder weapon. One report also noted the seizure of suspected illicit substances during the investigation.

This incident brings the homicide count for the region to 14 for the year 2026. The suspects are being held for judicial proceedings as the Public Ministry and the National Police continue their investigation.