2024-11-23 12:51:00
Two young men, a 17-year-old minor and a 20-year-old boy, were arrested on Saturday morning after escaping from a police checkpoint and crashing into a house in the Parque Vélez Sársfield neighborhood, south of the city of Córdoba. According to official sources.
The incident occurred around 5:30 when two suspects were driving a Chevrolet Accord and fled after being controlled.
However, they lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the gate of a house in the area.
Neighbors began throwing rocks at police, who fought them off with less-lethal weapons. No one was injured.
The suspects were arrested and a lock pick was seized from their possession.
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How does Police Chief Javier Rojas encourage community collaboration with law enforcement in response to recent incidents?
**Interview with Police Chief Javier Rojas on the Recent Incident in Córdoba**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Chief Rojas. Can you start by summarizing what happened on Saturday morning in Parque Vélez Sársfield?
**Chief Rojas:** Of course. Early Saturday, around 5:30 AM, our officers initiated a routine traffic control when two young men, a 17-year-old minor and a 20-year-old, attempted to evade the checkpoint. They were driving a Chevrolet Accord but lost control and crashed into a residential gate in the neighborhood. Thankfully, no one was injured during the incident.
**Interviewer:** It sounds like a risky situation. What led to the confrontation with the neighbors?
**Chief Rojas:** Following the crash, some residents became hostile and began throwing rocks at our officers. We had to respond using less-lethal methods to maintain control of the situation. Our primary concern was safety—both for our officers and the community.
**Interviewer:** The use of less-lethal weapons can be controversial. How do you justify that decision?
**Chief Rojas:** It’s a difficult balance. Our intent was to diffuse a potentially escalating situation without causing harm. The officers on the scene acted according to their training to ensure the safety of everyone involved, including the individuals throwing objects.
**Interviewer:** In light of the minors involved, do you think this reflects a larger issue with youth and crime in the area?
**Chief Rojas:** Absolutely, incidents like this highlight ongoing challenges we face with youth in our community. It calls for a broader dialogue about prevention and intervention strategies. We need to engage with families, schools, and community organizations to address the underlying issues.
**Interviewer:** Considering the recent events, what is your message to the community regarding safety and cooperation with law enforcement?
**Chief Rojas:** I urge the community to collaborate with us. When incidents occur, we need community support to help maintain order. Open communication can prevent misunderstandings and foster a safer environment for all residents.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Chief Rojas. as we discuss these issues—what do you think the public should reflect on regarding the actions of the young men and the community’s response?
**Chief Rojas:** I believe it opens the floor for important conversations about accountability and support systems. How do we prevent youth from making such dangerous choices? And how do we ensure constructive engagement between the community and law enforcement? I encourage our readers to weigh in on how we can collectively address these challenges. What do you think the role of community support is in preventing such incidents in the future?
