Suspect known as El Fernandito killed during police operation in Zulia

A man identified by the alias El Fernandito died during a confrontation with officers from the Cuerpo de Investigaciones Científicas, Penales y Criminalísticas (Cicpc) in Tía Juana, Zulia state. The incident occurred in the early hours of Thursday, October 29, on Highway F in the Simón Bolívar municipality.

According to police reports, the individual was under investigation for alleged involvement in extortion, threats, contract killings, and the use of explosives against commercial establishments in Cabimas. Authorities indicated that the man reportedly opened fire on officers when cornered, leading to an exchange of gunfire that resulted in his death at the scene.

Investigations suggest the deceased may have been part of a criminal organization operating in the Costa Oriental del Lago, allegedly following instructions from a leader currently located in Colombia. The group is also suspected of recruiting new members for their activities.