Medellín Authorities Cracking Down on Parque Lleras Vice

To strengthen security, order, and coexistence in Lleras Park, district authorities carried out an operation with more than 15 entities, including the Secretariats of Security, Coexistence, and Mobility, the National Police, the Army, Colombian Immigration, Interpol, the Fire Department, and various departments of the Mayor’s Office. The intervention included controls on individuals, establishments, and vehicles, as well as preventive measures, document verification, and a coordinated institutional presence.

Authorities reinforce control in Lleras Park with an institutional presence. Photo credit: City of Medellín.

During the operations, 247 traffic tickets were issued, and 34 motorcycles, 16 private vehicles, and five taxis were immobilized. In addition, 10 commercial activities were temporarily suspended for regulatory violations. Firefighters inspected 12 establishments, and the Territorial Management and Control Unit inspected another seven. In the area of social distancing, 22 fines were issued for behavior contrary to Law 1801, and knives and psychoactive substances were seized.

Immigration checks were also carried out on 99 foreigners, and 12 fines were issued for violating the decree that penalizes the demand for sexual services. 12 minors, three of whom were transferred to the Protection Transfer Center (CTP), and institutional care was provided to four homeless residents. As part of the judicial response, three arrests were reported for crimes such as personal injury, violence against a public servant, and violations of Law 30.

Medellín authorities in Lleras Park. Photo credit: City of Medellín.

The Mayor’s Office of Medellín reiterates its commitment to the protection and regulation of this tourist corridor, ensuring safe, orderly environments with permanent surveillance for residents and visitors.