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Boxer Injured in Carmen de Areco Gym Attack as Police Seek Suspect

Investigators now rely on viral security footage to pursue the attacker.

Overview

  • Security cameras captured the assault inside a local gym, and the widely shared video is in the hands of justice authorities after a formal complaint.
  • The victim, identified as professional boxer and instructor Alejandro Acuña, was struck from behind and left unconscious on the floor.
  • Medical exams confirmed fractures to Acuña’s right cheekbone and right jaw, injuries that currently prevent him from working.
  • The assailant was identified by the initials P.P., fled the scene, has not been detained, and investigators have not established a motive.
  • Acuña’s family launched a fundraiser to cover travel and an urgent surgery scheduled in San Nicolás.