A charred body was found in a ditch near the intersection of Río de Janeiro and Mones Quintela streets in the Cerro Norte neighborhood.
Police were called to the scene after a witness reported seeing two strangers toss a bundle into the area.
When officers arrived, they discovered a completely burned corpse.
Now, they’re working to identify the victim.
Cerro Norte has seen a surge in violence lately, withShootings and gang clashes becoming all too common.
Police believe the violence is linked to rival gangs fighting for control of the local drug trade.
Recent Crime Wave
- Gunfire has been a regular occurrence
- Gang shootouts have left residents on edge
- Homicides have become increasingly frequent
The situation has become so dire that police are struggling to keep up with the sheer volume of incidents.
As the investigation into the burned body continues, one thing is clear: Cerro Norte is a neighborhood under siege.