Woman dies after being shot in Luperón; alleged attacker found dead

Puerto Plata. – The woman who had been seriously injured by a gunshot during a violent incident in the municipality of Luperón, province of Puerto Plata, died while receiving medical attention. The authorities also reported that the alleged perpetrator was found dead hours after the incident. The victim remained admitted to a health center due to the severity of the injuries suffered during the attack. However, despite medical efforts, their death was confirmed. According to preliminary reports, after the incident, the authorities initiated the search for the alleged aggressor, who was later found dead in circumstances that are part of the ongoing investigations.

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Members of the National Police and representatives of the Public Ministry are keeping investigations open to fully clarify what happened and determine the circumstances surrounding both the attack and the death of the alleged aggressor. The case has caused consternation among the residents of the community, who have expressed concern about the act of violence that mourns a family in the area. The authorities indicated that they will offer more details as the investigations progress.