A 46-year-old police officer in Maldonado has barricaded himself in a house in the Biarritz neighborhood. Authorities are trying to persuade him to surrender. The standoff started Tuesday evening, and after more than 14 hours, the officer remains inside. Negotiators from the Republican Guard are working to resolve the situation.
The crisis began when someone called 911 to report that a man had tried to harm himself at the house. Police arrived and confirmed the man was a corporal with the Maldonado Police Department. The officer is still on active duty.
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Several high-ranking officials are at the scene, including Maldonado Police Deputy Chief Jorge Guerra and Director of Executive Coordination Mauricio Sánchez. They are helping with negotiations. Despite efforts, the situation remains tense.
The police are working to understand the reasons behind the officer’s actions and to find a peaceful solution. The community is watching closely as the situation unfolds.