Dominican Republic: Weekly news highlights

Several significant events shaped the weekly agenda in the Dominican Republic. In a criminal investigation, authorities have detained three individuals and are searching for a fourth suspect following the death of Zeneida Socorro Castillo and the wounding of merenguero Gilberto Julián Sarante Perdomo, known as ‘Julián Oro Duro’. Legal experts suggest that under the new Penal Code, the perpetrators could face up to 60 years in prison.

In political news, President Luis Abinader delivered a speech at the United Nations General Assembly, focusing on diplomacy aimed at achieving concrete results and defending national interests.

Additionally, an investigation into Ángel Luis Guzmán Vásquez revealed significant financial discrepancies. While he began contributing to the Dominican Social Security System (Senasa) in 2015 with a reported salary of RD$7,000, his accounts have reportedly moved more than RD$64 million as of October.