NewzMedellín is experiencing a significant rise in robberies involving the use of scopolamine and other toxic substances throughout 2026. These criminal acts are designed to incapacitate victims, allowing perpetrators to steal their belongings more easily. Authorities have maintained a high alert status as the frequency of these incidents continues to climb.
Data indicates that the commune of El Poblado currently leads the city in the number of reported robberies utilizing this method. The trend highlights a persistent security challenge for the city, as criminals increasingly rely on chemical substances to neutralize victims' ability to react during thefts.
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