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Violent incidents in Santiago, Dominican Republic

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Authorities in Santiago, Dominican Republic, are investigating two separate violent incidents involving ~~Haitian nationals.~~ fatalities. In the first case, 32-year-old Lleny Altagracia Rodríguez was found dead with signs of violence in a rural area near La Jagua Abajo, Jánico. ~~Police have detained two~~ Two Haitian ~~citizens,~~ nationals, identified as 37-year-old Papito Jean and 20-year-old Manyimbe Pierre, ~~for questioning. An~~ were detained by residents and remain in police custody. The National Police and the Public Ministry are coordinating the investigation, and an autopsy is being conducted by the National Institute of Forensic Sciences (INACIF) to determine the cause of death. In a second incident, 17-year-old Fadlin Charles was shot and killed while riding a motorcycle in the Los Salados sector. Preliminary findings suggest the homicide may be linked to gang conflicts between the ‘Los Trinitarios’ and ‘Mawi’ groups. Military and police forces were deployed during the funeral to maintain order amid local tension. Investigators are reviewing security footage and conducting interviews to identify those responsible.

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