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In late July 2026, a mother identified as Rebeca Brizard died after a The investigation into the unlicensed liposuction at that led to the Clínica Obesidad y Anti‑Envejecimiento in Santo Domingo Este. The procedure was performed by barber death of Rebeca Brizard continues. Barber Enmanuel Hernández Medrano, who holds no performed the procedure without medical credentials, at a clinic lacking authorization from the Dominican Ministry of Public Health. The clinic was shut down and a criminal investigation was opened, with authorities urging the public to verify licences for any invasive procedure. Police later confirmed that Hernández Medrano fled the country on a commercial flight from Punta Cana International Airport to Colombia on 25 July 2026. A coordinated search between Dominican and Colombian authorities was launched to locate and arrest him. Colonel Diego Pesqueira, have coordinated a police spokesperson, said investigators are focusing on Hernández Medrano’s qualifications, licenses and legal authorizations. Health Minister Víctor Atallah announced search, while the closure Ministry of more than Public Health has shut down over 1,100 centers that failed to meet legal requirements following the case. Later reports clarified that the victim was a 28‑year‑old Haitian citizen and that non‑compliant centers. Police have focused on Hernández Medrano is 38 years old, reinforcing earlier findings about his lack of medical credentials Medrano’s qualifications, licences and his flight to Colombia. Hernández Medrano is also listed as the owner ownership of Troyacor Bar & Lounge in Santo Domingo Este. On 30 July, the National Police and the Ministry of Public confirmed the flight details and said national and international efforts to locate Hernández Medrano have been intensified, with continued cooperation between Dominican and Colombian law‑enforcement agencies. Journalists and activists continue to call for a broader probe into the clinic’s staff and any networks that facilitated the unlicensed practice. Lounge. As of the latest reports, no additional information has emerged regarding Hernández Medrano on his whereabouts or the investigation. further legal actions has emerged.